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

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lowering

While extra rain can bring flooding and landslide risks, it can also keep vegetation moist, lowering the potential for wildfires.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026

With his supporters lining the street, he repeated key themes from the speech announcing his resignation in June, such as turning around the fortunes of the Labour Party and lowering child poverty.

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

But Hezbollah rejects the agreement outright despite Lebanese government pressure, lowering expectations of success in the negotiations.

From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026

Let’s be clear: Delta isn’t lowering the price to sit in premium select, first class or Delta One business class.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026

I copy her stealthy walk, following her down the hallway, lowering each foot gingerly before lifting the next one.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali