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lessening

 

[ ˈlesənɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

feeling

The act or process of making something less or smaller in degree or size.

Synonyms

decrease, diminution, reduction

Examples of usage

  • The lessening of her anxiety was noticeable after she started practicing mindfulness.
  • His constant support was a key factor in the lessening of her stress levels.
Context #2 | Verb

impact

To make or become less; to decrease.

Synonyms

decrease, diminish, reduce

Examples of usage

  • The medication is effective in lessening the symptoms of the illness.
  • She hoped that her efforts would contribute to lessening the environmental impact.

Translations

Translations of the word "lessening" in other languages:

🇵🇹 redução

🇮🇳 घटाव

🇩🇪 Verringerung

🇮🇩 pengurangan

🇺🇦 зменшення

🇵🇱 zmniejszenie

🇯🇵 減少 (げんしょう)

🇫🇷 réduction

🇪🇸 reducción

🇹🇷 azalma

🇰🇷 감소

🇸🇦 تخفيض

🇨🇿 snížení

🇸🇰 zníženie

🇨🇳 减少 (jiǎn shǎo)

🇸🇮 zmanjšanje

🇮🇸 minnkun

🇰🇿 азаю

🇬🇪 შემცირება

🇦🇿 azalma

🇲🇽 reducción

Etymology

The word 'lessening' originated from the verb 'lessen,' which can be traced back to Middle English 'lessenen,' from the Old English word 'lǣsian.' The concept of reducing or decreasing has been a fundamental aspect of human communication and action, leading to the development of various forms and derivatives of the word over time.

See also: less, lessee, lessen, lessened, lesser, lesson, lessons, lessor, unless.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,553, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.