attrition (Meaning)
attrition (n)
erosion by friction
the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice
sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation
a wearing down to weaken or destroy
the act of rubbing together; wearing something down by friction
attrition (n.)
The act of rubbing together; friction; the act of wearing by friction, or by rubbing substances together; abrasion.
The state of being worn.
Grief for sin arising only from fear of punishment or feelings of shame. See Contrition.
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attrition Sentence Examples
- The attrition rate in the military has been steadily increasing due to the high demands of combat.
- Employee attrition has been a major challenge for the company, with turnover rates exceeding 20%.
- The attrition of glaciers in the Arctic is a concerning indicator of global climate change.
- The constant attrition of soil due to erosion has degraded the fertility of many agricultural regions.
- The attrition of troops during a prolonged siege can severely weaken its defenses.
- The attrition of knowledge and skills within a workforce can hinder innovation and productivity.
- The attrition of coastal shorelines by waves and storms can lead to significant loss of land.
- The attrition of public trust in government has eroded the legitimacy of many political institutions.
- The attrition of glaciers due to global warming is expected to accelerate in the coming decades.
- The attrition of forests through deforestation and logging has contributed to habitat loss and biodiversity decline.
FAQs About the word attrition
erosion by friction, the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice, sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation, a wearing down t
erosion,corrosion, waste, disintegration, decomposition, breakdown,decay, dissolution, undermining
increase, buildup, increase, buildup, gain,gain,
The attrition rate in the military has been steadily increasing due to the high demands of combat.
Employee attrition has been a major challenge for the company, with turnover rates exceeding 20%.
The attrition of glaciers in the Arctic is a concerning indicator of global climate change.
The constant attrition of soil due to erosion has degraded the fertility of many agricultural regions.
