TAPERS Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

tapers

verb

present tense third-person singular of taper

as in decreases

to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually you'll find the symptoms begin tapering gradually about 24 hours after you take the medicine

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Recent Examples of tapers Kerry Washington’s romantic high ponytail makes a stronger statement when paired with full fringe that tapers out to tendrils. —

Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026 However, the bill tapers down the amount that can be pulled from the Taxpayer Relief Fund to 75% of the spending gap in fiscal year 2027 and back to 50% in fiscal year 2028. —

Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 5 Mar. 2026 Broce said the agency tapers services such as behavior aides for potentially self-sufficient teenagers with judicial involvement. —

CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026 Renderings show a singular, slender tower, which subtly tapers towards its apex. —

Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Feb. 2026 Most mascara brushes seem to be getting chunkier, but Lash Latex features a notably slim brush that tapers toward the tip. —

Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 28 Jan. 2026 The upper gradually tapers away toward the back of the foot, leaving the heel exposed in an easy-on mule style. —

Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 8 Jan. 2026 What Happens Next Industry analysts predict that gas prices may continue to dip as refineries complete maintenance and fuel demand tapers further during the winter months. —

Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025 Its unusual shape is part boat prow, part clothing iron, thanks to a long, narrow triangular lot that tapers to a point at the southern end. —

Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2025

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As the storm moves away, this likelihood decreases.

— STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Apr. 2026
While the deal is budget-neutral during its first year, city residents would likely notice the impact of the furloughs as the absence of workers decreases the quality of service in many areas.

— David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2026