Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

lowering

[lou-er-ing, louuhr-ing] / ˈlaʊ ər ɪŋ, ˈlaʊər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
threatening
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

A government-appointed commissioner had recommended lowering the age to 14 for serious offences, but the government had chosen to go a step further to 13.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Before the conflict, investors expected many, including the Fed, to keep lowering rates this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

But Justice Minister Gunnar Strommer said the government would present a revised proposal within weeks, lowering the age to 14.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Moving the schedule meant the matches would be directly competing with the football, basketball and hockey seasons in the U.S., potentially lowering ratings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“Get in here,” I said, lowering my voice.

From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "lowering" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com