Synonyms for Lessening

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Definition

Lessening means to become or make something smaller or weaker.

Synonyms & similar words

decrease dropoff diminish minify lessen subside fall increase decrease reduce diminish curtail attenuate weaken dwindle shrink abate moderate slacken mitigate taper subside ebb lower decline contract

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