Definitions and Examples of fallen, descended, dropped
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To move downward from a higher position; to decrease in value, amount, or level.
Example
The temperature has fallen significantly since yesterday.
descended
To move or come down from a higher place or position; to decline or deteriorate.
Example
The plane descended smoothly towards the runway.
To fall or let something fall suddenly and quickly; to decrease in amount or level.
Example
The stock market dropped sharply after the announcement of the new policy.
Key Differences: fallen vs descended vs dropped
- 1Fallen implies a decrease in value, amount, or level, while risen implies an increase.
- 2Descended is used when something moves or comes down from a higher place or position, while risen is used when something goes up.
- 3Dropped suggests a sudden and quick fall or decrease, while risen suggests a gradual increase.
Effective Usage of fallen, descended, dropped
- 1Economics: Use risen and fallen to describe changes in prices, wages, and other economic indicators.
- 2Aviation: Use descended to describe the movement of aircraft during landing or descent.
- 3Stock Market: Use dropped and risen to describe changes in stock prices and market trends.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of risen are fallen, descended, and dropped. These words have distinct meanings and usage. Use them appropriately to describe changes in prices, wages, and other economic indicators, aviation, and stock market trends.
