Less: meaning, definitions and examples

Same word repeated as listed above.

• Same examples as above.

Used generally to describe something of a lesser size or amount and often in comparison to another object or situation.

• She prefers smaller cars.
• The smaller class sizes have led to better student performance.

Refers to something being made smaller or less in amount, degree, or size, and is often used in a formal context or when talking about prices and quantities.

• The store has reduced the prices of all items.
• They have reduced their environmental impact through recycling.

Used when referring to a reduction in numbers or intensity, often in a formal or scientific context.

• The population of the city has decreased over the past decade.
• The patient's symptoms have decreased since the treatment started.

Often implies a reduction in size, importance, or intensity, potentially with a sense of loss or reduction in value.

• The value of the currency has diminished significantly.
• His influence in the company has diminished over the years.

Used when comparing two quantities or numbers to indicate a smaller amount or degree.

• He eats less sugar now to improve his health.
• There were less people at the party than we expected.

Used in a comparative context to indicate a smaller degree or amount of something.

• She has less time to complete her project than she thought
• He makes less money than his brother

Used to describe a diminutive amount of something in both formal and informal contexts.

• He drank a smaller amount of coffee today
• They spent a smaller amount of money on the renovation

Often used in formal or technical contexts to indicate a smaller amount of something.

• The factory produced a reduced quantity of goods due to the strike
• The new diet plan suggests eating a reduced quantity of carbohydrates