Definition

Related to a decrease or reduction in amount or value.

Example

The decremental changes in the budget forced the team to adjust their plans.

Conversation

I read that the company's profits have been decremental this quarter.

Really? That's not a good sign for them.

Yeah, it seems like they need to find ways to improve their sales.

Definitely, or they might face bigger issues down the line.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Decremental → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "crescere" (meaning to grow). The word refers to a process that involves a reduction or decrease, hence the idea of growing down or away from a certain amount.

Memory Tip

Think of 'de-' meaning down and 'crescere' meaning to grow — this helps you remember that decremental refers to a process of decreasing or reducing.

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