DECREASE (IN) Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

decrease (in)

verb

Definition of decrease (in)

as in to fall (in)

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lose

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After the launch of the iPhone in 2007 transformed the smartphone industry, BlackBerry fought hard to keep its consumer mobile division alive with new devices — but ultimately lost the battle.

— Arjun Kharpal,Kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
How did Bi work for Bryan for any length of time without absolutely losing his mind?

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of lose

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“Decrease (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decrease%20%28in%29. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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