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