reduced

American  

[ri-doost, -dyoost] / rɪˈdust, -ˈdyust /

adjective

1. made smaller, lower, or less; diminished.

   Individuals who experience depression have reduced levels of serotonin in their brains.

2. Mathematics. noting a polynomial equation in which the second highest power is missing.

   The cubic equation x3 − 4x + 4 = 0 is reduced.

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Other Word Forms

• nonreduced adjective
• quasi-reduced adjective
• unreduced adjective

Etymology

Origin of reduced

First recorded in 1620–30; reduce + -ed ²

Example Sentences

But over the course of this season’s playoff quarterfinals, these historic superpowers saw their high-octane offenses reduced to a sputter.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I am very happy we could get the car we wanted at a reduced price,” said Dixit, whose father and uncle helped fund the purchase.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Even in its revised form it is projected to result in job losses, reduced livestock numbers and declining farm business incomes across Wales," he said.

From BBC

The researchers also observed a strong connection between higher activity levels and reduced time spent sitting.

From Science Daily

“Constant squinting, reduced blinking and rubbing the eyes due to eyestrain can accelerate laxity and puffiness.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• decreased
• diminished
• shortened