lowering

American  

[lou-er-ing, louuhr-ing] / ˈlaʊ ər ɪŋ, ˈlaʊər ɪŋ /

Also louring

adjective

1. dark and threatening, as the sky, clouds, or weather; overcast; gloomy.

   lowering skies.

2. frowning or sullen, as the face or gaze; scowling; angry.

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Other Word Forms

• loweringly
  adverb

Etymology

Origin of lowering

First recorded in 1300–50, lowering is from the Middle English word louring. See lower ², -ing ²

Example Sentences

Lowering the threat to the point where ships can resume transiting the strait is “doable but it takes time and you are probably never going to get to 100%,” Connell added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

"Lowering bills is central to every decision we make," a government spokesperson told AFP.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

"Lowering the suggested retail price reflects our commitment to help reduce the pressure where we can."

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Lowering rates could worsen inflation in some circumstances.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 30, 2026

Lowering her head, Mrs. Bains whispered something and walked slowly and heavily from the office.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison