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lessen
verb
decrease in size, extent, or range
Quick reference
Word Facts
- Word length
- 6
- Starts with
- L
- Ends with
- N
- Contains
- ESSE
- Scrabble score
- 6
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ΛlΙsΙn
Meaning
Definitions
verb
decrease in size, extent, or range
βThe amount of homework decreased towards the end of the semesterβ
verb
wear off or die down
βThe pain subsidedβ
verb
make become smaller
βHe decreased his staffβ
In context
Example Sentences
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
The pain subsided
He decreased his staff
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