lower

[ˈloʊər]

lower Definition

• 1. to move something or someone to a position that is less high
• 2. situated below or further down than something else
• 3. to reduce the amount, level, or value of something

Using lower: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lower" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She lowered her voice to a whisper.

• Example

  The sun was lower in the sky now.

• Example

  The company lowered the prices of their products.

• Example

  He lowered his head in shame.

lower Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lower

• reduce
• decrease
• diminish
• drop
• bring down

Antonyms for lower

• raise
• increase
• elevate
• heighten
• uplift

Phrases with lower

• lower oneself

  to behave in a way that is not socially acceptable or beneath one's dignity

  Example

  I refuse to lower myself to their level of pettiness and gossip.

• lower the bar

  to set expectations or standards lower than before

  Example

  By lowering the bar for entry, they were able to attract more applicants.

• lower one's guard

  to become less defensive or cautious

  Example

  He lowered his guard and revealed his true feelings.

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Summary: lower in Brief

The verb 'lower' [ˈloʊər] means to move something or someone to a position that is less high, situated below or further down than something else, or to reduce the amount, level, or value of something. Examples include 'She lowered her voice to a whisper,' 'The sun was lower in the sky now,' and 'The company lowered the prices of their products.' Phrases like 'lower oneself' and 'lower the bar' denote social or performance contexts where expectations are reduced.