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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 choke or strangle; to control the flow of fuel or power in an engine.

to greatly enjoy; also a condiment or sauce

To touch lightly in a way that causes laughter; a tingling sensation.

To throw something forcefully; the actors in a play or movie.

to express a choice or opinion in a formal decision-making process, especially in elections

As a verb: to distort the meaning or purpose of something; as a noun: a person with abnormal or immo...