Definition of Lessen

to decrease or reduce

Examples of Lessen in a sentence

The aspirin helped to lessen my headache.  🔊

When I learned my father had gambled away my college savings, there was nothing he could say to lessen my anger.  🔊

I tried to lessen Ann’s sorrow by helping her recall the good memories of her husband.  🔊

By using an ergonomic keyboard, you can lessen the risk of getting carpal tunnel syndrome.  🔊

My grandmother wears compression socks to lessen the swelling around her ankles.  🔊

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