Dictionary Entry
less
adverbFind the meaning of the word less, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
Dictionary meaning in a clear, student-friendly format.
not as much; a smaller amount or degree.
Example Sentence
She ate less candy this year than she did last year.
Usage Note
Use 'less' when comparing quantities that are uncountable or when you want to say something is not as much, such as 'less water' or 'less time'.