decrease
verb (used without object)
to diminish or lessen in extent, quantity, strength, power, etc..
has decreased
-
present perfectof decrease (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Although the number of patients coming to the clinics has decreased over time, Mangia said, there is still concern about other issues tied to the warehouse site, such as the pests.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
"It is also worth noting that EU gas demand has decreased by 17 percent compared to pre-crisis levels" before 2022, the spokesperson added.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
Division Chief Craig Covey said on Monday that the tank's temperature has decreased, which led to the "positive news".
From BBC ● May 25, 2026
“Saturday Night Live” alum Pete Davidson has decreased the asking price of his Westchester, N.Y., home by $125,000—weeks after he listed it for $2.7 million as he attempts to move to Staten Island.
From MarketWatch ● May 7, 2026
Algernon refuses to run the maze any more; general motivation has decreased.
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
