reduce
/rɪˈdjuːs/ · /rɪˈduːs/
CEFR level B1Topic EnvironmentWord #2235 in the learning path
减少；降低；缩小
Definitions
v. To make something smaller or less in amount or degree.
减少；降低；缩小
Example
We can reduce waste by using our leftovers.
我们可以利用剩饭剩菜来减少浪费。
Governments should invest in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions and improve long-term energy security.
政府应投资可再生能源，以减少碳排放并改善长期能源安全。
Collocations
- reduce costs
- reduce emissions
- reduce the risk
- reduce waste
Word family
- reduction (n.)
- reduced (adj.)
Synonyms
- decrease
- lessen
Antonyms
- increase
- raise
Usage tip
reduce by接减少量；reduce to接减少后的量。
FAQ
- What does reduce mean?
- To make something smaller or less in amount or degree.
- How is reduce pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈdjuːs/, US /rɪˈduːs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
