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Meaning of lessens
The primary meaning of the word "lessens" is to make something smaller or less severe.
Etymology of lessens
The word "lessens" comes from the Old English word "læssan", which is also the source of the Modern English word "less"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of making something smaller or less severe
Synonyms
diminishes
reduces
decreases
alleviates
mitigates
lightens
eases
moderates
softens
weakens
abates
relieves
consoles
calms
soothes
pacifies
tranquilizes
quiets
stills
silences
hushes
muffles
deadens
numbs
dulls
blunts
minimizes
lowers
cuts
trims
slashes
curtails
contracts
shrinks
compresses
condenses
abbreviates
Definitions
- To make something smaller or less in amount, degree, or intensity
- * To reduce or alleviate something unpleasant or undesirable
Usage Examples
- The new policy lessens the financial burden on low-income families
- * The medication lessens the symptoms of the disease
- * The teacher's explanation lessens the confusion among the students
Antonyms
increases
enhances
amplifies
intensifies
magnifies
enlarges
expands
grows
strengthens
heightens
elevates
raises
boosts
augments
escalates
aggravates
worsens
exacerbates
inflames
irritates
provokes