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Meaning of lesser in English
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛsər/
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Classifying Adjective
lesser
Definitions
1.
smaller in size or amount or value
Examples
« the lesser powers of Europe »
« the lesser anteater »
Synonyms
small
little
Qualitative Adjective
lesser
Etymology
Middle English: a double comparative, from less+ -er
Definitions
1.
of less size or importance
Examples
« the lesser anteater »
« the lesser of two evils »
Antonyms
greater