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decreasing
[ dih-kree-sing ]
adjective
- becoming less or fewer; diminishing.
- Mathematics. (of a function) having the property that for any two points in the domain such that one is larger than the other, the image of the larger point is less than or equal to the image of the smaller point; nonincreasing. Compare increasing ( def 2 ).
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·iԲ· adverb
- ܲd·iԲ adjective
- un·iԲ· adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of decreasing1
Example Sentences
Experts attribute the uptick in infections to decreasing vaccination rates.
"Gamers will suffer most, with little hope of prices decreasing," he said.
The news of decreasing film production in Los Angeles comes as lawmakers continue pushing for a revamped film and TV tax incentive program.
Japan's economy is under pressure because of its decreasing and ageing population, which means its workforce is shrinking and social care costs are ballooning.
In a speech to NHS leaders earlier this month, Miles set a new target of decreasing this number by around 200,000 during the coming year and eliminate two-year plus waits completely.
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More About Decreasing
What does decreasing mean?
Decreasing is an adjective that means lessening or in decline—becoming less in number, amount, size, or in some other way.
It comes from the continuous tense (-ing form) of the verb decrease, which means to lessen or become reduced in number, amount, size, or in some other way, as in Our profits will continue to decrease unless we cut costs.
The word decreased can also be used as an adjective to describe things that have lessened or declined, as in a decreased appetite.
Example: Decreasing sales have forced the company to cut costs.
Where does Բcome from?
The first records of the word decreasing as an adjective come from the 1300s. Decrease comes from the Latin verb ŧŧ, from de-, which indicates negation, descent, or reversal, and the Latin verb ŧ, meaning “to grow.”
Something that’s described as decreasing is doing the opposite of growing—it’s becoming smaller in size, quantity, extent, or in some other way. The opposite of decreasing is increasing.
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What are some other forms related to decreasing?
- decreasingly (adverb)
- decrease (verb, noun)
What are some synonyms for decreasing?
What are some words that share a root or word element with decreasing?
What are some words that often get used in discussing decreasing?
How is Բused in real life?
Decreasing is a common word that can be used in all kinds of contexts.
Why coffee is beginning to outsell booze at campus bars. Pubs at Western and McMaster both report decreasing sales in alcohol while coffee drinks are on the rise:
— CBC Toronto (@CBCToronto)
One of the most interesting papers I've read this year, on the difference between decreasing returns and increasing returns in business.
It was written in 1996 and heavily edited by Cormac McCarthy.
h/t
— Patrick OShaughnessy (@patrick_oshag)
The decreasing value of the minimum wage in every state, visualized.
— Chris Cillizza (@ChrisCillizza)
Try using decreasing!
Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of decreasing?
A. lessening
B. dwindling
C. enlarging
D. declining
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