decreases
n. countablen. the process of something becoming smaller in size, amount, or number. You use this when you want to talk about a drop in things like prices or temperature.
n. the process or result of becoming smaller or less in amount, degree, or size. Often used to describe statistical trends or physical changes.
There were several decreases in the price of gas this month.
Economists noted significant decreases in consumer spending during the winter months.
The study tracked consistent decreases in local biodiversity following the introduction of invasive species, highlighting the fragility of the ecosystem.
Often followed by the preposition 'in' to specify what is becoming smaller.
a decrease of the temperaturea decrease in the temperatureWhen describing what is being reduced, 'in' is the standard preposition; 'of' is typically used only for the amount of the change.