lowering (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈloʊərɪŋ/

Definition

Making or becoming less high, deep, or intense; becoming sad or gloomy.

Examples

• The lowering sky threatened rain.

• His voice dropped to a lowering tone as he spoke of his troubles.

• A lowering expression crossed her face when she heard the bad news.

How to Use lowering

lower something (collocation)

To move something to a lower position. — "Please lower the blinds to block the sun."

lower oneself (collocation)

To behave in a way that is considered undignified or morally unacceptable. — "He refused to lower himself to their level of insults."

lower prices (collocation)

To reduce the cost of goods or services. — "The store decided to lower prices for the holiday season."

Synonyms of lowering

Words with a similar meaning to lowering:

• diminishing
• declining
• sinking
• frowning

Antonyms of lowering

Words with the opposite meaning to lowering:

• raising
• lifting
• brightening

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