Academic Performance Descriptors

verb to move or bring something down to a lower position

adjective reduced in height or level

• The interest rates were lowered by the central bank to stimulate economic growth.
• I lowered the volume on the TV so I could concentrate on my work.
• She lowered the boom on him for forgetting their anniversary.
• His spirits were lowered after receiving the bad news.

adjective causing or characterized by worry or anxiety

• The worrisome trend of declining sales is a cause for concern for the company.
• I find it worrisome that she still hasn't replied to my message.
• It's pretty worrisome that he keeps ghosting you like that.
• The dark clouds gathering on the horizon were a worrisome sign of an impending storm.