Synonyms for

Lessening

Verb / ˈlesʌnɪŋ / Another word for lessening — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lessening means to become or make something smaller or weaker.

Synonyms & similar words

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

Example sentences

  1. The doctor gave him some medicine to lessen the pain.
  2. The teacher asked the students to lessen the noise level in the classroom.
  3. I am trying to lessen my sugar intake to be healthier.
  4. The company decided to lessen the number of employees to cut costs.
  5. Her headache was lessening as she drank some water.

Quotes

  • The first step in lessening the dangers of a war is to establish the fullest possible collaboration between nations.
  • The secret of happiness is not in doing what one likes, but in liking what one does.
  • The lessening of the human population is necessary for the conservation of the planet.

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