Lower — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Lower
Lower (verb)
- to look sullen, frown
- to be or become dark, gloomy, and threatening
- to move down, drop; also, diminish
- to let descend, let down
- to depress as to direction
Lower (noun)
- frown
Lower (adjective)
- relatively low in position, rank, or order
- southern
- less advanced in the scale of evolutionary development
Lower (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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having not so great importance or rank as another
"a lower position in the company"
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situated lower down
"this book goes on the lower shelf"
Lower (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally
"workmen slowly lowered the heavy statue into place"
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to go to a lower level especially abruptly
"prices of the new type of televisions lowered considerably as competition and sales increased"
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to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
"decided to lower his career ambitions to something more achievable"
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to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
"the noise of the jet engine lowered as the plane disappeared in the distance"
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to reduce to a lower standing in one's own eyes or in others' eyes
"how could you lower yourself by passing off someone else's work as your own?"
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to diminish the price or value of
"over time, inflation lowers incomes and savings in terms of actual buying power"
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to take on a gloomy or forbidding look
"the sky lowered overhead, threatening a fierce thunderstorm"
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to look with anger or disapproval
"the motorist lowered at the jerk who had cut in front of her"
Lower (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval
"he turned to see the scornful lower on her face"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Lower
The most common words with a similar meaning to Lower:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Lower
Words with the opposite meaning of Lower:
Near Antonyms of Lower
Word Forms of Lower
Inflections: lowered, loured, lowering, louring, lowers, lours
Origin & Etymology of Lower
Middle English louren; akin to Middle High German lūren to lie in wait
First known use: 13th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Lower
- CEFR level: B2 English Vocabulary — Page 15
- Topics: Common Actions / Verbs
Words & Phrases Containing Lower
Frequently Asked Questions about Lower
What does "Lower" mean?
"Lower" means to look sullen, frown. As an a verb, a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: to look sullen, frown. It has 11 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Lower"?
Other words for "Lower" include inferior, junior, less, lesser, minor, smaller, subordinate and nether. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Lower" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Lower"?
There are 243 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Lower". Common alternatives include inferior, junior, less, lesser, minor, smaller, subordinate, nether, depress and drop.
What is the opposite of "Lower"?
Antonyms of "Lower" include greater, higher, major, more, primary, prime, senior and superior. Near antonyms include choice, exceptional, first-class and first-rate.
How do you use "Lower" in a sentence?
Examples of "Lower" in a sentence: "a lower position in the company"; "this book goes on the lower shelf"; "workmen slowly lowered the heavy statue into place".
Is "Lower" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Lower" can be used as a verb, a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
Is "Lower" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B2-level word, "Lower" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.
How do you pronounce "Lower"?
"Lower" is pronounced /ˈlau̇(-ə)r/ as a verb and /ˈlō-ər/ as an adjective and divided into syllables as low·er.