Lowers — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun phrase /ˈlau̇(-ə)r/ (verb) /ˈlō-ər/ (verb) low·er

Meaning & Definition of Lowers

Lowers (verb)

  1. to look sullen, frown
  2. to be or become dark, gloomy, and threatening
  3. to move down, drop; also, diminish
  4. to let descend, let down
  5. to depress as to direction

Lowers (noun)

  1. frown

Lowers (phrase)

  1. to deal a crushing blow or punishment

Lowers (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally

    "workmen slowly lowered the heavy statue into place"

    opposite: lifts, picks up, raises
  2. to go to a lower level especially abruptly

    "prices of the new type of televisions lowered considerably as competition and sales increased"

  3. to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent

    "decided to lower his career ambitions to something more achievable"

  4. to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually

    "the noise of the jet engine lowered as the plane disappeared in the distance"

  5. 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?"

  6. to diminish the price or value of

    "over time, inflation lowers incomes and savings in terms of actual buying power"

  7. to take on a gloomy or forbidding look

    "the sky lowered overhead, threatening a fierce thunderstorm"

  8. to look with anger or disapproval

    "the motorist lowered at the jerk who had cut in front of her"

    opposite: beams, grins, smiles

Lowers (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval

    "he turned to see the scornful lower on her face"

Related Entry: Lower (verb)

Lower is a different word from Lowers. The synonyms below are for lower, not for lowers.

  1. to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally

    "workmen slowly lowered the heavy statue into place"

    opposite: lift, pick up, raise
  2. to go to a lower level especially abruptly

    "prices of the new type of televisions lowered considerably as competition and sales increased"

    opposite: arise, ascend, lift, mount, rise, soar, spike, up
  3. to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent

    "decided to lower his career ambitions to something more achievable"

  4. to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually

    "the noise of the jet engine lowered as the plane disappeared in the distance"

  5. 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?"

  6. to diminish the price or value of

    "over time, inflation lowers incomes and savings in terms of actual buying power"

Related Entry: Lower (verb)

Lower is a different word from Lowers. The synonyms below are for lower, not for lowers.

  1. to take on a gloomy or forbidding look

    "the sky lowered overhead, threatening a fierce thunderstorm"

    similar: darken, gloom, glower
  2. to look with anger or disapproval

    "the motorist lowered at the jerk who had cut in front of her"

    opposite: beam, grin, smile

Related Entry: Lower (noun)

Lower is a different word from Lowers. The synonyms below are for lower, not for lowers.

  1. a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval

    "he turned to see the scornful lower on her face"

    near: grin, laugh, smile

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Lowers

The most common words with a similar meaning to Lowers:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Lowers

Words with the opposite meaning of Lowers:

Near Antonyms of Lowers

Word Forms of Lowers

Inflections: lowered, loured, lowering, louring, lours

Origin & Etymology of Lowers

Middle English louren; akin to Middle High German lūren to lie in wait

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Lowers

What does "Lowers" mean?

"Lowers" means to look sullen, frown. As an a verb, a noun and a phrase, it is defined as: to look sullen, frown. It has 9 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Lowers"?

Other words for "Lowers" include depresses, drops, throws, throws down, crashes, craters, declines and descends. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Lowers" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Lowers"?

There are 218 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Lowers". Common alternatives include depresses, drops, throws, throws down, crashes, craters, declines, descends, dips and dives.

What is the opposite of "Lowers"?

Antonyms of "Lowers" include lifts, picks up, raises, arises, ascends, mounts, rises and soars. Near antonyms include blows up, dilates, distends and inflates.

How do you use "Lowers" in a sentence?

Examples of "Lowers" in a sentence: "workmen slowly lowered the heavy statue into place"; "prices of the new type of televisions lowered considerably as competition and sales increased"; "decided to lower his career ambitions to something more achievable".

Is "Lowers" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Lowers" can be used as a verb, a noun and a phrase, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Lowers"?

"Lowers" is pronounced /ˈlau̇(-ə)r/ as a verb and /ˈlō-ər/ as a verb and divided into syllables as low·er.

What is the origin of the word "Lowers"?

"Lowers" comes from Middle English louren; akin to Middle High German lūren to lie in wait. First known use: 13th century.