Word LOWER: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

lower

🇺🇸 [ˈloʊər]

Meanings

To decrease the height, level, or intensity of something. Lower can also mean to reduce in rank, position, or importance. It can apply to both physical and abstract concepts.

Examples

• Please lower the volume on the TV.
• The price of the item was lowered after the sale.
• He tried to lower his stress levels by meditating.

Synonyms

reduce • decrease • diminish

Antonyms

raise • increase • elevate