What does “diminishing” mean in this context? 「It's understandable to be cautious about terminology that might sound hierarchical or potentially offensive. While "subordinates" is technically correct, it can sometimes be perceived as diminishing. A more neutral term like "team members" or "direct reports" might be better received. For instance, you could say, "I aim to set an example for my team members" or "for my direct reports." This conveys the same meaning without emphasizing the hierarchy as strongly.」