Meaning & Definition of word "Lower"

Lower

/ˈloʊ.ər/

1. A person or thing that is lower in position or rank.
- Example: In the company hierarchy, she is considered a lower.

1. To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity.
- Example: The company decided to lower its prices to attract more customers.
2. To move or bring something down.
- Example: She carefully lowered the box onto the ground.
3. To make something less severe or serious.
- Example: The doctor prescribed medication to lower his blood pressure.

1. Situated or placed at a lower level.
- Example: The lower shelf of the bookcase is filled with cookbooks.
2. Having a smaller or lesser amount or degree.
- Example: He has a lower income compared to his colleagues.

Middle English loweren, from the Old English lōwian, meaning 'to make low'.

lower the bar:

To lower the standards or expectations.

lower oneself:

To degrade oneself or to act in a way that is not dignified.

lower case:

The smaller form of letters, as opposed to capital letters.

lowered:

Past tense of lower; made something lower.

lowering:

The act of making or becoming lower.

Meaning: To downgrade or diminish something.

Example Sentence: He really lowered the quality of that project.

Meaning: To take it easy or chill.

Example Sentence: Let's lower and just enjoy the day.