decrement

• Nom désignant la quantité dont quelque chose diminue, ou le processus de diminution ou de réduction.

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.

   diminution

   • 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.

   Synonymescutdecreasedeductiondiminutionlossreduction

   Antonymesadditionincreaseincrement

2. Process of reductionC1formal

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

   diminution

   • 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.

   Synonymescurtailmentcutbackdeclinedecreasediminutiondwindlinglesseningreduction

   Antonymesgrowthincreaseincrementrise