양이나 정도, 강도가 줄어들거나 약해지다.
To become smaller in size, amount, degree, or intensity.
예문:
"The crowd's excitement began to lessen as the game dragged on."
"The intensity of the storm lessened by early morning."
양이나 정도, 중요성 등을 줄이거나 낮추다.
To make something smaller in amount, degree, or importance.
예문:
"The company implemented new policies to lessen its environmental impact."
"Using a dimmer switch can help lessen the brightness of the room."
누군가나 무언가의 지위, 가치, 중요성을 깎아내리거나 낮게 평가하다.
To diminish the status, value, or importance of someone or something.
예문:
"You should not let his negative comments lessen your self-confidence."
"The scandal threatened to lessen the senator's influence in the capital."