Lessen ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Lessen ( verb )

1. To make or become smaller or fewer in amount, degree, or intensity.
2. To make or become less in importance or value.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english lēsian, of germanic origin; related to dutch lijen "suffer" and german leiden "suffer".

Examples:

1. The pain lessened after taking the medication.
2. The flood waters have lessened.
3. His anger lessened as he heard the explanation.
4. The company's profits have lessened.
5. The storm lessened in intensity.

(As a noun)

Lessen ( noun )

1. To make or become smaller or fewer in amount, degree, or intensity.
2. To make or become less in importance or value.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english lēsian, of germanic origin; related to dutch lijen "suffer" and german leiden "suffer".

Examples:

1. The pain lessened after taking the medication.
2. The flood waters have lessened.
3. His anger lessened as he heard the explanation.
4. The company's profits have lessened.
5. The storm lessened in intensity.