lesser — smaller in size, amount, degree, or importance compared to something else
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: smaller in size, amount, degree, or importance compared to something else
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlesər/
Korean meaning: 더 작은, 더 적은, 덜 중요한
Korean pronunciation: 레-서 (강세: 레)
Example Sentences
- I'd rather deal with my annoying neighbor than my crazy ex-girlfriend - clearly the lesser evil!
- The lesser-known superhero's power was making people slightly less grumpy.
- Students often choose the lesser workload when picking elective courses.
lesser
ADJECTIVE//ˈlesər//
smaller in size, amount, degree, or importance compared to something else
The lesser cake for little brother
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The lesser choice from the dresser reduces the stressor!
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Origin
고대 영어 'læssa'에서 유래된 단어로, 'little'의 비교급 형태로 발전했습니다. 원래는 'less'의 비교급으로 사용되었으며, 시간이 지나면서 독립적인 형용사로 자리잡았습니다.
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“I'd rather deal with my annoying neighbor than my crazy ex-girlfriend - clearly the lesser evil!”
“The lesser-known superhero's power was making people slightly less grumpy.”
“Students often choose the lesser workload when picking elective courses.”
“The company's lesser competitors struggled to keep up with market changes.”
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