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Meaning of lesser
The primary meaning of the word "lesser" is comparative, used to describe something that is smaller or less significant in amount, degree, or intensity.
Etymology of lesser
The word "lesser" originates from the Old English and Old French words, with "less" coming from Old English "læs" and Old French "less-", and the suffix "-er" forming the comparative degree
Historically, "lesser" has been used since the 14th century to compare and describe things, people, or amounts
Synonyms
smaller
inferior
minor
junior
secondary
subordinate
lower
weaker
poorer
less
slighter
fainter
feebler
more minor
more junior
smaller in scale
smaller in size
less important
less significant
less substantial
minor league
second rate
second class
third rate
subpar
mediocre
inadequate
insufficient
deficient
substandard
imperfect
incomplete
Definitions
- Used to compare two things, people, or amounts, to describe the one that is smaller or less significant
- * Of lower quality or importance
- * Smaller in amount, degree, or intensity
Usage Examples
- The lesser of two evils is still not a desirable choice
- * The company has two divisions, one larger and one lesser in terms of revenue
- * The doctor had to choose between two treatments, one with lesser side effects