step-down

step–down

noun \ˈstep-ˌdau̇n\

Definition of STEP-DOWN

: a decrease or reduction in size or amount <a step–down in dosage>

First Known Use of STEP-DOWN

1922

Related to STEP-DOWN

Synonyms: abatement, decline, decrement, dent, depletion, depression, diminishment, diminution, drop, drop-off, fall, falloff, loss, reduction, shrinkage, step-down

Antonyms: boost, enlargement, gain, increase, increment, raise, rise, step-up, uptick

Related Words: deduction, subtraction; downturn, slip, slump; curtailment, cut, cutback, retrenchment, shortening

Near Antonyms: accretion, accrual, accumulation, addition, supplement; continuation, extension; upswing, uptrend, upturn

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