Lower
Verb, Adjective
UK
/ˈloʊ.ər/
US
/ˈloʊ.ɚ/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
(v) : To bring down or reduce.
(adj) : Below another thing in position, level, or amount.
(adj) : Below another thing in position, level, or amount.
Example
"(v) : Please lower the blinds to keep the room cool."
"(v) : She lowered her voice so the baby could sleep without disturbance."
"(adj) : The lower shelf is perfect for storing heavy books that are hard to reach"
Explanation
Lower means to bring something down or reduce its level, height, or amount. For example, he lowered the window because it was hot outside. As an adjective, it describes something that is below another thing, like the lower shelf holds books. Lower can also mean less in rank, status, or amount, like the lower floors of the building are for parking.