reduction (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /rɪˈdʌkʃən/

Definition

The act or process of making something smaller, less, or weaker.

Examples

• A reduction in prices is expected after the holiday season.

• The study showed a significant reduction in symptoms after the treatment.

• We need to achieve a substantial reduction in our carbon footprint.

How to Use reduction

reduction in (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify what is being made smaller or less. — "We observed a reduction in traffic noise after the new bypass was built."

reduction of (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify what is being reduced, often referring to a quantity or amount. — "The reduction of the workforce was a difficult decision."

Synonyms of reduction

Words with a similar meaning to reduction:

• decrease
• lessening
• diminution
• curtailment

Antonyms of reduction

Words with the opposite meaning to reduction:

• increase
• expansion
• augmentation

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