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decreasing

Pronunciation: [dɪˈkrisɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use decreasing in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “change”

(verb) to make something smaller or to become smaller in number, amount, or size. This can happen when you use less of something or when something gets less over time.

Example

The temperature is decreasing as winter approaches.

Example

The temperature is not decreasing; it keeps getting hotter every day.

Example

Is the number of cars on the road decreasing?

Context: “change”

(adjective) describing something that is becoming smaller or less. It refers to a situation where amounts or sizes are going down.

Example

The decreasing number of fish in the ocean is a cause for concern.

Example

The increasing number of trees in the forest is not decreasing at all.

Example

Why is the population of that city decreasing?

How to pronounce decreasing

Pronunciation: [dɪˈkrisɪŋ]

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