Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something smaller or less in amount, degree, or extent

“The company plans to decrease production to meet the new market demand.”

2. noun

a reduction in amount, degree, or extent; a decrease in something

“The decrease in sales led to a significant loss for the business.”

3. noun

a person or thing that decreases something

“The decrease in the environment is a major concern for many scientists.”

4. adjective

having or showing a reduction in amount, degree, or extent

“The decrease in temperature is expected to continue throughout the week.”