lower
/ˈləʊə/ · /ˈloʊər/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #975 in the learning path
较低的；较下方的
Definitions
adj. below something else in position, level, or amount
较低的；较下方的
v. to move something down or reduce its level
降低；放下
Example
Keep the heavy bowls on the lower shelf.
把重碗放在下面那层架子上。
Governments can lower transport costs by investing in reliable bus services and safe cycling routes.
政府可以通过投资可靠的公交服务和安全的自行车道来降低交通成本。
Collocations
- lower income
- lower prices
- lower your voice
- lower back
Word family
- low (adj.)
- lowly (adj.)
Antonyms
- higher
- raise
Usage tip
lower作动词通常接宾语；表示物价下降也可不及物。
FAQ
- What does lower mean?
- below something else in position, level, or amount to move something down or reduce its level
- How is lower pronounced?
- UK /ˈləʊə/, US /ˈloʊər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
