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adjective

ˈlau̇-(ə-)riŋ How to pronounce lowering (audio)
variants also louring
Definition of loweringnext
1
as in darkened
covered over by clouds the lowering sky made us think twice about going to the park

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2
as in stern
harsh and threatening in manner or appearance we chose our next words carefully, mindful of the lowering expression on his face

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lowering

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verb (1)

present participle of lower
1
as in throwing
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally workmen slowly lowered the heavy statue into place

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2
as in plunging
to go to a lower level especially abruptly prices of the new type of televisions lowered considerably as competition and sales increased

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as in reducing
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent decided to lower his career ambitions to something more achievable

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as in decreasing
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually the noise of the jet engine lowered as the plane disappeared in the distance

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as in discrediting
to reduce to a lower standing in one's own eyes or in others' eyes how could you lower yourself by passing off someone else's work as your own?

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as in sinking
to diminish the price or value of over time, inflation lowers incomes and savings in terms of actual buying power

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lowering

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verb (2)

variants also louring
present participle of lower
1
as in darkening
to take on a gloomy or forbidding look the sky lowered overhead, threatening a fierce thunderstorm

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as in scowling
to look with anger or disapproval the motorist lowered at the jerk who had cut in front of her

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lowering

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noun

as in decrease

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Recent Examples of lowering
Verb
Adaptive Transparency mode can also protect your hearing by automatically lowering the volume of any loud sounds around you. —Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025 These photovoltaic panels are designed to generate renewable energy on-site, significantly reducing the building’s environmental impact while also lowering its operational costs. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 New Mexico policymakers can improve the state’s economy by lowering tax rates and reducing barriers to work. —Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 These photovoltaic panels are designed to generate renewable energy on-site, significantly reducing the building’s environmental impact while also lowering its operational costs. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 New Mexico policymakers can improve the state’s economy by lowering tax rates and reducing barriers to work. —Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 These photovoltaic panels are designed to generate renewable energy on-site, significantly reducing the building’s environmental impact while also lowering its operational costs. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 New Mexico policymakers can improve the state’s economy by lowering tax rates and reducing barriers to work. —Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 Adaptive Transparency mode can also protect your hearing by automatically lowering the volume of any loud sounds around you. —Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
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Adaptive Transparency mode can also protect your hearing by automatically lowering the volume of any loud sounds around you. —Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025 These photovoltaic panels are designed to generate renewable energy on-site, significantly reducing the building’s environmental impact while also lowering its operational costs. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 New Mexico policymakers can improve the state’s economy by lowering tax rates and reducing barriers to work. —Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 These photovoltaic panels are designed to generate renewable energy on-site, significantly reducing the building’s environmental impact while also lowering its operational costs. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 New Mexico policymakers can improve the state’s economy by lowering tax rates and reducing barriers to work. —Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 These photovoltaic panels are designed to generate renewable energy on-site, significantly reducing the building’s environmental impact while also lowering its operational costs. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 New Mexico policymakers can improve the state’s economy by lowering tax rates and reducing barriers to work. —Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 Adaptive Transparency mode can also protect your hearing by automatically lowering the volume of any loud sounds around you. —Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lowering
  1. stern
  2. decrease
  3. hazy
  4. grim
  5. reduction
  6. fierce
  7. diminution
  8. heavy
Adjective
  • However, the slow collision of Ray’s two worlds unfolds with the stern casualness of two business acquaintances meeting for dinner.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 18 July 2025
  • Bill Pogue’s family and friends knew him as a thoughtful, deeply sensitive man, despite his reputation as a gruff, stern, wildlife officer.
    — Jim Zumbo, Outdoor Life, 17 July 2025
Definition of stern
Noun
  • This reform would help the legal system better focus on serious crimes while reducing unnecessary prosecutions, which should lead to lower prison numbers and a decrease in repeat offenses.
    — Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
  • That’s a decrease from last year, when local beer makers earned 38 accolades.
    — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 17 July 2025
Definition of decrease
Adjective
  • Exercisers and health experts are asking whether the benefits of outdoor exercise are negated when the skies are hazy with wildfire smoke.
    — John C. Quindry, The Conversation, 10 July 2025
  • The Milky Way is our home galaxy, a vast spiral of stars, dust and cosmic wonder stretching across the sky like a hazy, glowing river.
    — Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
Definition of hazy
Adjective
  • While McArthur was being interviewed by investigators, search teams made a grim discovery: a portion of a human skull was found sticking out of the ground, encased in concrete and potting soil.
    — Emily Blackwood, People.com, 19 July 2025
  • The grim task, using strategies including hand-sifting and specific diving techniques, is expected to drag on for months.
    — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Definition of grim
Noun
  • Noninvasive fat reduction procedures are down 40%, the data equivalent of a free fall.
    — Jolene Edgar, Allure, 11 July 2025
  • Our best for autofocus, the Sony A7R V is on sale for $3200, a massive $1000 reduction from Amazon's listing price.
    — Harry Bennett, Space.com, 11 July 2025
Definition of reduction
Adjective
  • The two have one of the fiercest rivals in college football known as the Iron Bowl.
    — Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 19 July 2025
  • He’s also ruled out the Chinese mainland due to fierce competition, entrenched EV incumbents, and a power grid so advanced that ultra-fast charging is widely available—making battery swapping largely unnecessary.
    — Clay Chandler, Fortune, 19 July 2025
Definition of fierce
Noun
  • The demonstrable diminution of Russia’s space-exploration capabilities and plans makes the nation’s need for partnerships all the more urgent—and, some analysts say, all the harder to come by because Russia seemingly has less to offer potential partners.
    — Eugene Gerden, Scientific American, 30 June 2025
  • After noticing a global gap in effective and trusted protection when faced with financial diminution, the company honed in on the product, refining it to meet the needs of employees worldwide.
    — Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of diminution
Adjective
  • The greatest threat from the storms are damaging winds, hail, a brief tornado and heavy rainfall that could lead to flash floods.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025
  • When heavy rain occurs, there is a risk of flooding, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone regions.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2025
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