lessening
/ˈlɛsənɪŋ/
noun
- 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
- 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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