Meaning & Definition of word "Lesser"
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Lesser
/ˈlɛsər/
noun:
- 1. a person or thing that is lesser in rank or importance
- Example: In this hierarchy, he feels like a lesser than his colleagues.
adjective:
- 1. of lower rank, importance, or quality
- Example: He took the lesser role in the play to support his friend.
- 2. smaller in size or extent
- Example: We decided to drive the lesser route to avoid heavy traffic.
- 3. not as significant or noteworthy; subordinate
- Example: The project was a lesser priority compared to the ongoing crisis.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old Comparative of lesse, from Old English lǣs—less, plus -er.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lesser-known:
not widely recognized or known
the lesser of two evils:
the option that is considered less undesirable
lesser extent:
to a smaller degree or amount
Related Words
less:
having a smaller amount or degree
lessen:
to decrease in size, amount, or degree
Slang Meanings of lesser
Meaning: not as cool or popular as something else
Example Sentence: That movie was cool, but this one's lesser.
Meaning: a person who is not as important or influential
Example Sentence: He's a lesser player on the team.