Meaning & Definition of Lessen in English
English⟶
Lessen
/lɛsən/
verb
1. Decrease in size, extent, or range
- "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"
synonym:
- decrease,
- diminish,
- lessen,
- fall
2. Make smaller
- "He decreased his staff"
synonym:
- decrease,
- lessen,
- minify
3. Wear off or die down
- "The pain subsided"
synonym:
- subside,
- lessen