Develop and Lessen

Opposite meaning words

Develop verb - To gradually become clearer or more detailed.

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Lessen is an antonym for develop in topics: cultivate, begin, expand, unfold.

Lessen verb - To make smaller in amount, volume, or extent.

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Develop is an antonym for lessen in lower topic.

Nearby Words: lessening, less

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Lessen and Develop. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/develop/lessen

Develop & Lessen. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/develop/lessen>.

Lessen or Develop. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/develop/lessen.

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