Water down

Pronunciation: /ˈwɔtɝ ˈdaʊn/

Water down (verb)

  1. To add water so a liquid becomes weaker or less concentrated.
  2. To make an idea, plan, or statement less forceful or less serious.

Examples

  • The chef waters down the sauce to make it less strong.
  • They water down the medicine so it is less strong.