Meaning of the word decrease in English

What does decrease mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

decrease

US /dɪˈkriːs/

UK /dɪˈkriːs/

make or become smaller or fewer in size, amount, intensity, or degree

Example:

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The number of students attending the workshop has decreased.

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We need to decrease our spending.

Synonym:

reduce lessen diminish decline shrink

Synonym:

increase grow expand rise enlarge

a reduction in size, amount, or degree

Example:

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There has been a significant decrease in crime rates.

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The company reported a decrease in profits this quarter.

Synonym:

reduction decline drop fall cutback

Synonym:

increase rise growth expansion surge

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