Local English word record

lessen

verb · 3 senses

decrease in size, extent, or range

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Examples

  • The amount of homework decreased towards the end of the semester
  • The cabin pressure fell dramatically
  • her weight fell to under a hundred pounds
  • his voice fell to a whisper

Word relationships

Synonyms

decrease, diminish, fall

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