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Synonyms of reduction

4 similar words · 7 opposite words

Another word for reduction is decline. Other synonyms of reduction are lessening. The opposite of reduction is increase.

Synonyms and similar words for reduction

nounThe act, process, or result of reducing.

  • declineA reduction or diminution of activity, prevalence or quantity.

nounThe amount or rate by which something is reduced, e.g. in price.

nounA medical procedure to restore a fracture or dislocation to the correct alignment, usually with a...

  • taxisThe manipulation of a body part into its normal position after dislocation or fracture.

nounMore synonyms

  • lesseningA growing lesser; reduction or decrease.

Opposite of reduction

nounAntonym(s) of.

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nounAntonym(s) of “chemistry”.

Meaning of reduction

  1. noun The act, process, or result of reducing.
  2. noun The amount or rate by which something is reduced, e.g. in price.
  3. noun A reaction in which electrons are gained and valence is reduced; often by the removal of oxygen or the addition of hydrogen.

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Questions about synonyms of reduction

What is another word for reduction?
Reduction has 4 synonyms on Word.ws, such as decline and lessening.
What is the opposite of reduction?
The opposite of reduction is increase.
What does reduction mean?
Reduction means the act, process, or result of reducing.

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