a change downward; there was a decrease in his temperature as the fever subsided; there was a sharp drop-off in sales

[ Syn: lessening , drop-off ]

a process of becoming smaller or shorter

[ Syn: decrement , decrement ]

the amount by which something decreases

[ Syn: decrement ]

the act of decreasing or reducing something

[ Syn: diminution , reduction , step-down ]

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

[ Syn: diminish , lessen , fall ]

make smaller; He decreased his staff

[ Syn: lessen , minify ]