Dwindle
(verb)
- Gradually decrease in size, amount, or strength.
- Become less and less.
Origin:
Late 16th century: probably a blend of dwinden and twindle, both used in middle english with the same meaning.
Examples:
- The popularity of vinyl records has dwindled over the past few decades.
- His strength dwindled as he walked.
- The savings account balance had dwindled to next to nothing.
- The company's profits have dwindled in recent years.
- The company's workforce has dwindled to less than half its original size.