Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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abridge | No | No | Yes | No |
lessen | No | No | Yes | No |
abridge (verb) | lessen (verb) |
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reduce in scope while retaining essential elements | decrease in size, extent, or range |
lessen, diminish, or curtail | wear off or die down |
make become smaller |