Pronunciation: /ˈloʊərɪŋ/
noun the act of making something less high or less in amount
A1 The lowering of prices made shopping more affordable.
A2 The lowering of the temperature signaled the arrival of winter.
B1 The lowering of interest rates encouraged people to invest in real estate.
B2 The lowering of the company's stock value caused concern among investors.
C1 The lowering of emissions is a key goal for environmental sustainability.
C2 The lowering of standards in the industry has led to decreased product quality.
verb the act of making something less high or less in amount
A1 She is lowering the volume of the television.
A2 The teacher is lowering the difficulty level of the assignment.
B1 The company is lowering prices to attract more customers.
B2 The government is lowering taxes to stimulate economic growth.
C1 The scientist is lowering the temperature in the lab to conduct experiments.
C2 The artist is lowering the brightness of the colors to create a more subtle effect.
adjective making something less high or less in amount
A1 The lowering sun cast a warm glow over the fields.
A2 She noticed a lowering of the temperature as the evening approached.
B1 The lowering cost of living in this city makes it a desirable place to live.
B2 The lowering interest rates have led to an increase in borrowing and spending.
C1 The lowering of the company's stock price was a cause for concern among investors.
C2 The lowering of emissions is a key goal for environmental sustainability.
formal The act of lowering interest rates can stimulate economic growth.
informal Lowering the volume on the TV, please.
slang I'm always lowering my expectations to avoid disappointment.
figurative Lowering your guard can make you more vulnerable to attacks.
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