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Meaning of the word lesser in English

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lesser

US /ˈles.ɚ/
UK /ˈles.ɚ/
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Adjective

1.

not as great in amount, extent, or significance

Example:
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He has a lesser role in the company now.
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The lesser of two evils.
Synonym:
minorsubordinateinferior
Synonym:
greatersuperiormajor

Adverb

1.

to a smaller extent or degree

Example:
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He was lesser known than his brother.
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The impact was lesser than expected.
Synonym:
lessto a lesser degree
Synonym:
moregreater
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