lessening

/ˈlɛsənɪŋ/
noun
  1. The process of becoming smaller or less in amount, degree, or intensity.
    • There has been a lessening of interest in traditional board games.
    • The lessening of tensions between the two countries was a positive sign.
    • Doctors noticed a gradual lessening of her symptoms over the week.
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adjective
  1. Becoming smaller or less in amount, degree, or intensity.
    • The lessening daylight reminded us that winter was coming.
    • He spoke with lessening confidence as the audience grew quiet.
    • With lessening support, the project was eventually canceled.
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