decrement

• Sustantivo que denota la cantidad en la que algo disminuye o se reduce, o el proceso de disminución o reducción.

A noun referring to the amount by which something decreases, or the process of becoming smaller or shorter.

1. Amount of decreaseC1formal

   The amount by which something is reduced or diminished.

   disminución en una cantidad

   • The decrement in temperature was noticeable after sunset.
   • Each sale resulted in a decrement of the inventory count.
   • The budget showed a decrement of 10% compared to last year.

   Sinónimoscutdecreasedeductiondiminutionlossreduction

   Antónimosadditionincreaseincrement

2. Process of reductionC1formal

   The act or process of becoming smaller, shorter, or less in quantity.

   Disminución

   • The decrement of the population in rural areas is a growing concern.
   • A steady decrement in water levels was observed during the drought.
   • The decrement of the company's profits led to layoffs.

   Sinónimoscurtailmentcutbackdeclinedecreasediminutiondwindlinglesseningreduction

   Antónimosgrowthincreaseincrementrise