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decrease

verb/noun

/ˈdiːkriːs/ (noun), /dɪˈkriːs/ (verb)

Meaning

To become or make something smaller or fewer in number, amount, or degree.

The population of the town has decreased over the years.

decrease by half

reduce, diminish, lessen, cut, drop

increase, grow, rise

sharp decrease, gradual decrease, decrease in value, decrease rate

to express severe disapproval, often formally; strong criticism or disapproval

To walk or behave in a very confident and arrogant way.

To produce or provide something, especially as a result or profit; to give way to; to surrender or s...

to release air, gas, or strong emotions; an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass

To do something; to take action; also a law passed by a government.

To show disapproval by shouting 'boo'; or a sound made to surprise or scare.