Definitions for decrease

Definitions for (noun) decrease

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


Definitions for (verb) decrease

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


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