Lessen
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɛsən/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Lessen is a verb meaning (transitive) To make less; to diminish; to reduce.
Meaning
(transitive) To make less; to diminish; to reduce.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To become less.
- (nonstandard, dialect) unless.
Example Sentences
No more work outta them lessen they paid now.
a. 1686, Benjamin Calamy, a sermon Charity […] shall lessen his punishment.
She was fine-looking; he couldn't find a fault with her 'lessen he made it up.
The thin glass that makes mirror tiles light in weight also tends to lessen their reflective quality.
Word Forms
- lessens
- lessening
- lessened
Synonyms for lessen
Depending on context, synonyms include remit, blunt, abate, diminish, fall, subside.
Antonyms for lessen
Common opposites include increase.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include diminish, decrease, subside, minify, fall, minimize.
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