attrition synonyms

attrition

n.

wearing down, wearing away, friction, rubbing, abrasion, weakening, grinding down, erosion, depreciation, gradual disintegration, reduction, decline; see also reduction 1.

Antonyms increase*, appreciation*, buildup.

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