1. to make or become weaker, thinner, or less in force, intensity, or value
2. to make thin or slender

1. reduced in force, density, or value; weakened
2. slender or thin

Examples

• The sound was attenuated as it traveled through the thick walls.
• Distance attenuates the strength of radio signals.
• The vaccine contained attenuated viruses that could not cause disease.
• Her voice became attenuated with exhaustion.
• The attenuated beam of light barely illuminated the room.
• Years of erosion had left the cliff face attenuated and fragile.
• The medication helped attenuate the severity of his symptoms.