noun · Medium SAT word

Attrition

gradual reduction; erosion by friction

Attrition in a sentence

The company suffered steady attrition as experienced employees found jobs elsewhere.

Synonyms for attrition

erosion
wear
reduction

Antonyms for attrition

growth
accumulation
expansion

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Vocabulary like attrition appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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