1. plural of diminuendo; gradual decreases in loudness or intensity in music
Usage: musical term

Examples

• The orchestra performed several beautiful diminuendos during the slow movement.
• The piano piece featured dramatic crescendos followed by gentle diminuendos.
• She practiced the diminuendos carefully to create the proper emotional effect.
• The conductor emphasized the importance of smooth diminuendos in the final passage.
• The string section executed the diminuendos perfectly in unison.
• Multiple diminuendos throughout the song created a sense of fading memories.