Lessening and Multiplication

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Lessening noun - A change downward.

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Multiplication is an antonym for lessening.

Nearby Words: lessen, lessened, less

Multiplication noun - The act or process of becoming greater in number.

Usage example: there's been a steady multiplication in our attic of old video equipment since the revolution in consumer electronics

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Lessening is an antonym for multiplication.

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