"Reduce" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Reduce" Meaning

To make something smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.

Example sentences:
- The company plans to reduce its prices to stay competitive in the market.
- The city will reduce its carbon footprint by using more renewable energy sources.
- She tried to reduce the noise level in the library to help others study.

Antonyms: increase, expand, enlarge

Synonyms: decrease, lessen, diminish, minimize

"Reduce" Examples

5 Usage Examples of the word "reduce"

1. Verb usage - To make less in amount or degree

Due to the economic downturn, the company had to reduce its production to avoid losses.

2. Verb usage - To bring or be able to bring down to a lower level or degree

The government aims to reduce poverty by providing free education and job training programs.

3. Verb usage - To make smaller or decrease in size

After eating a big meal, she had to reduce her size by working out regularly to look good in her wedding dress.

4. Verb usage - To bring or be able to bring a number down to a lower figure

To reduce the high energy bills, the company had to shut down some of its factories at night.

5. Noun usage - A smaller or less intense version of something

The new smartphone model is a reduced version of last year's bestseller, which is highly regarded for its features.