Lessen and Restrict

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Lessen

Lessen verb - To make smaller in amount, volume, or extent.
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Restrict and lessen are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Restrict" instead a verb "Lessen".
Nearby Words: lessening, less

Restrict

Restrict verb - To set bounds or an upper limit for.
Usage example: will restrict access to the laboratory
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Lessen and restrict are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lessen" instead a verb "Restrict".
Nearby Words: restraint, restriction, restrictive, restricting

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power lessen power restrict power
control lessen control restrict control
amount lessen amount restrict amount
effect lessen effect restrict effect
Other words: time, flow, effectiveness, powers.
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