lessened

• past participle

  past participle

  A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.

  of lessen.
  lessen

  verb (used without object)

  to become less.
• past tense form

  past tense

  Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.

  of lessen.
  lessen

  verb (used without object)

  to become less.

Example Sentences

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lessened

In these animals, DT-109 reduced liver inflammation and lessened the severity of MASH.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026

The impact of Garrett’s absence could be lessened if Aaron Donald plays for the first time next Monday night against the Giants.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026

From a product standpoint, PayPal has pushed passkey verification, which it said has lessened friction customers experience at checkout.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026

In recent days, a number of MPs close to Burnham - who have no animus to the energy secretary - believe the likelihood of appointing Miliband has lessened significantly.

From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026

Then, as the angle of incline lessened, as the mound— the hill—flattened, nearing the bottom, the sled’s forward motion slowed.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry

Related Words

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