Pronunciation: /ˈlɛsənɪŋ/
noun the process of becoming smaller or reducing in amount
A1 The lessening of my workload has made me feel less stressed.
A2 The lessening of the rain allowed us to go outside and play.
B1 The lessening of crime in the neighborhood is a positive development.
B2 The lessening of tension between the two countries is a step towards peace.
C1 The lessening of government regulations has helped stimulate economic growth.
C2 The lessening of public support for the project could jeopardize its success.
verb present participle of the verb 'lessen', meaning to make or become smaller in size, amount, degree, or intensity
A1 The rain lessening as the storm passed.
A2 She felt the tension in the room lessening as people started to relax.
B1 The medication is slowly lessening the pain in my knee.
B2 The company's profits have been lessening over the past few quarters.
C1 The impact of the new policy on the environment is lessening as more sustainable practices are implemented.
C2 The diplomatic efforts have been successful in lessening tensions between the two countries.
formal The implementation of new safety measures led to a lessening of workplace accidents.
informal Eating healthier and exercising regularly can result in a lessening of body fat.
slang I've noticed a serious lessening in the drama since she stopped hanging out with that group.
figurative As time passed, the lessening of his grief allowed him to move forward with his life.
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