How to Pronounce "lessened"
word
ˈɫɛsənd
LESS-und
lˈɛsənd
LESS-und
Definition
Decreased in amount, degree, or strength; made smaller or weaker.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛsənd
British English
lˈɛsənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LESS-und
UK
LESS-und
Listen in Context
The noise lessened after closing the window.
Her pain lessened after taking the medicine.
The storm lessened in the afternoon.
The excitement lessened as the event dragged on.