lesser
/ˈlesə/ · /ˈlesər/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6902 in the learning path
较小的；较不重要的
Definitions
adj. Smaller in amount, degree, or importance
较小的；较不重要的
Example
We chose the lesser expense of repairing our sofa.
我们选择了费用较低的方案，把沙发修好。
Although funding matters, class size also influences educational outcomes, but usually to a lesser degree.
虽然资金很重要，但班级规模也会影响教育成效，只是影响程度通常较小。
Collocations
- to a lesser extent
- of lesser importance
- the lesser of two evils
Word family
- less (adv.)
- less (det.)
Synonyms
- smaller
- minor
Antonyms
- greater
Usage tip
通常放在名词前；不用于直接表示物体尺寸更小。
FAQ
- What does lesser mean?
- Smaller in amount, degree, or importance
- How is lesser pronounced?
- UK /ˈlesə/, US /ˈlesər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
