decrement

noun dec·re·ment \ˈde-krə-mənt\

Definition of DECREMENT

: a gradual decrease in quality or quantity

a : the quantity lost by diminution or waste

b : the amount of decrease (as of a variable)

— dec·re·men·tal \ˌde-krə-ˈmen-t^əl\ adjective

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Latin decrementum, from decrescere

First Known Use: 1610

Synonyms: abatement, decline, decrease, dent, depletion, depression, diminishment, diminution, drop, drop-off, fall, falloff, loss, reduction, shrinkage, step-down

Antonyms: boost, enlargement, gain, increase, increment, raise, rise, step-up, uptick

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