Decrease Definition
decrease
noun
- a change downward; "there was a decrease in his temperature as the fever subsided"; "there was a sharp drop-off in sales"
- a process of becoming smaller or shorter
- the amount by which something decreases
- the act of decreasing or reducing something
verb
- 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"
- make smaller; "He decreased his staff"
"Decrease" in song lyrics
See how decrease is used in real songs:
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"When Akrobatik's in the place the wack emceein decrease!"
Akrobatik f/ Mr. Lif — Beast Mode -
"Have we all gone bad, and my morals decrease"
Allah Real f/ Tru-N-Livin — Buy Freedom -
"Tryin to counter my opponents but the total decrease"
Apathy — The Lesson Freestyle
Words that rhyme with decrease
Usage tips for "decrease"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "decrease" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for decrease to find words that pair well.