Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Having a size or amount that is smaller than another
Lesser
/ˈlesə/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Opt for the lesser known routes to avoid crowds.
He accepted the lesser of two evils in the situation.
Lesser demands do not require immediate attention.
Etymology:
Derived from the Old English læsra, which is the comparative form of lȳtel, meaning small. It has Germanic roots and is akin to the Old Norse lægr, meaning lower.
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