lessening
Definition
Noun A reduction in amount, degree, intensity, or size; the process of becoming less.
Usage
The noun "lessening" refers to the act, process, or result of making or becoming smaller or less significant. It describes a downward change or a decline.
Examples
- There was a noticeable lessening of the pain after taking the medication.
- The report documented a lessening of public trust in the institution.
- We hope to see a lessening of tensions between the two countries.
Advanced Usage
- "lessening of": This is the most common prepositional phrase used with "lessening," indicating what is being reduced.
- The new policy aims at the lessening of bureaucratic hurdles.
Variants and Related Words
- Lessen (verb): To become or make less.
- The storm's intensity will lessen by morning.
- Lessened (adjective): Reduced in force, effect, or value.
- He worked with lessened enthusiasm after the news.
Synonyms
- Decrease
- Reduction
- Decline
- Diminution
- Drop-off
Antonyms
- Increase
- Growth
- Intensification
Noun
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a change downward
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there was a decrease in his temperature as the fever subsided
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there was a sharp drop-off in sales
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