Meaning & Definition of word "Lesser"

Lesser

/ˈlɛsər/

1. a person or thing that is lesser in rank or importance
- Example: In this hierarchy, he feels like a lesser than his colleagues.

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.

●Middle English, from Old Comparative of lesse, from Old English lǣs—less, plus -er.

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

less:

having a smaller amount or degree

lessen:

to decrease in size, amount, or degree

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.