Main entry: decrease, diminution, reduction, step-down
Definition: the act of decreasing or reducing something
Main entry: decrease, decrement
Definition: the amount by which something decreases
Main entry: decrease, drop-off, lessening
Definition: a change downward
Usage: there was a decrease in his temperature as the fever subsided; there was a sharp drop-off in sales
Main entry: decrease, decrement
Definition: a process of becoming smaller or shorter
Main entry: fall, lessen, diminish, decrease
Definition: decrease in size, extent, or range
Usage: 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
Main entry: lessen, minify, decrease
Definition: make smaller
Usage: He decreased his staff