Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Decrease”
To make something lower or smaller in amount or quantity.
Word Family of Decrease
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The store decreased prices after the holiday sale ended. B1
- Sales have decreased by 20 percent this quarter. B1
- As you go higher up the mountain, oxygen levels decrease. B2
Origin and Word Formation of Decrease
From Latin decrescere: to grow less.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Decrease
What are the word forms of “decrease”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “decrease”?
“decrease” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “decrease” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “decrease” come from?
From Latin decrescere: to grow less.