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as in reduced
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as in diminished
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
workers decreased the volume of water flowing through the pipes in order to prevent an overflow
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as in subsided
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the force of the wind slowly decreased until the flowers were standing upright again
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Recent Examples of decreased
Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
Just like in humans, salmonella exposure can sicken pets, causing lethargy, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, fever and a decreased appetite.
—Jeremy Tanner, The Hill, 2 Mar. 2026
The study, published in JAMA Dermatology, found a decreased risk of three types of skin cancer associated with the use of nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Shooting percentages rapidly decreased after the intermission, and each team scored just 11 points in the third quarter.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Robberies decreased by 46% since 2015, after peaking in 2017 with almost 6,000 incidents.
—Stella Canino-Quinones, Baltimore Sun, 3 Apr. 2026
While more than 111 layoffs were initially planned in February, that number decreased as workers were transferred, the spokesperson said.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
After the boom, prices stabilized at that high point or decreased only slightly, hence the lack of triple-digit returns.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2026
The initial effects of the drug include deep sedation or decreased consciousness, bradycardia (slow heart rate), hypotension (low blood pressure) and respiratory depression, especially when combined with fentanyl and other opioids.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Manufactured since the 1940s to make products nonstick, stain-resistant and water-repellent, PFAS chemicals have been linked to cancer, obesity, thyroid disease, high cholesterol, decreased fertility, liver damage, hormone disruption and damage to the immune system, according to the EPA.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
While capacity decreased from its original level, the battery demonstrated consistent, predictable performance throughout.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
He was slowed early in his recovery from a knee injury and then saw a decreased role in the rotation in the last month, playing only seven minutes in three tournament games.
—Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
Just like in humans, salmonella exposure can sicken pets, causing lethargy, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, fever and a decreased appetite.
—Jeremy Tanner, The Hill, 2 Mar. 2026
The study, published in JAMA Dermatology, found a decreased risk of three types of skin cancer associated with the use of nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
That was in 2021, when league revenues decreased as a result of the pandemic.
—Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Shooting percentages rapidly decreased after the intermission, and each team scored just 11 points in the third quarter.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Robberies decreased by 46% since 2015, after peaking in 2017 with almost 6,000 incidents.
—Stella Canino-Quinones, Baltimore Sun, 3 Apr. 2026
While more than 111 layoffs were initially planned in February, that number decreased as workers were transferred, the spokesperson said.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
After the boom, prices stabilized at that high point or decreased only slightly, hence the lack of triple-digit returns.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2026
The initial effects of the drug include deep sedation or decreased consciousness, bradycardia (slow heart rate), hypotension (low blood pressure) and respiratory depression, especially when combined with fentanyl and other opioids.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Manufactured since the 1940s to make products nonstick, stain-resistant and water-repellent, PFAS chemicals have been linked to cancer, obesity, thyroid disease, high cholesterol, decreased fertility, liver damage, hormone disruption and damage to the immune system, according to the EPA.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
While capacity decreased from its original level, the battery demonstrated consistent, predictable performance throughout.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decreased
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The game became more competitive after the first delay, but the Irish couldn’t overcome a litany of mistakes: three interceptions, two lost fumbles, one missed field goal and a handful of dropped passes.—
Tyler James,
Indianapolis Star,
2 May 2020
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Diffuse impact Problems are likely to range from dropped connections to slow downloads or loss of video feeds.—
Scott Moritz,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2020
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Drive at a reduced speed during wet weather.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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Telmisartan was also linked to reduced levels of PD-L1, a protein in tumor cells that helps to escape immune attack.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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More elderly people could find themselves at the mercy of an obscure government program meant to save them from harm and preserve their dignity when their ability to take care of themselves is diminished.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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But with the chances of a Fed rate cut later this year highly diminished now and, with the reality that a cut (if it is issued) is likely to be by just 25 basis points, these estimates are unlikely to change dramatically, either.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Single bunnies can be lonely and depressed.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
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There was also research, which Meta eventually halted, implying that people who curbed their use of Facebook became less depressed and anxious.—
Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Christians in Jerusalem, Gaza and Iran held subdued celebrations due to restrictions during war in the region.—
Colleen Barry,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
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Tablecloth One of the easiest ways to set the scene is with a tablecloth, and Farm Rio's offering feels both vibrant and subdued.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
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Almost immediately, all his physical woes subsided.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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Johnson said Boulder County's restrictions will stay in place until the fire danger has consistently subsided.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Wi birdied holes 13 and 15 to get to 14-under, two strokes shy of Cink.—
Jay Paris,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
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Trump’s administration has said the economic pressure Cuba is under will bring about the communist government’s demise.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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Despite the eased restrictions, Rader is still only allowed out of his 8-foot-by-10-foot cell for one hour a day, five days a week.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Decreased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decreased. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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