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The temperature will decrease after sunset.
What does Decrease mean?
To become less.
Dictionary definition
To become smaller or make something smaller.
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Turning off lights can decrease energy use.
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The chart shows whether sales increase or decrease each month.
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What does decrease mean?
Decrease means To become less.
Practice 2
Which choice is closest in meaning to decrease?
The choice "lessen" is closest in meaning because decrease means to become less.
Practice 3
Which choice is the best antonym or contrast for decrease?
The choice "increase" is a strong contrast because decrease means to become less.
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Decrease
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dih · krees · strongest beat: krees
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WordDecrease.
Partverb.
MeaningDecrease means To become less.
ExampleExample: The temperature will decrease after sunset.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- dih · krees
- Strongest beat
- krees
- Ending
- krees
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on krees.
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decrease
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decrease
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