Decreasingly

Decreasingly describes a manner or degree in which something is diminishing, lessening, or becoming smaller over time. It signifies a trend or process of reduction, whether gradual or sudden. The term often indicates a decline in quantity, intensity, or extent. It implies a relative comparison; something is becoming less compared to a previous state or baseline. The term is applicable across various contexts, including physical quantities, abstract concepts like influence or enthusiasm, and data sets. Understanding the context is crucial for accurately interpreting how something is decreasing and at what rate. The rate of decline can itself be further qualified, e.g. 'increasingly decreasing' (a smaller reduction over time than previously) or 'decreasingly decreasing' (where the rate of decrease is itself decreasing).

Decreasingly meaning with examples

• The population of the endangered species was decreasingly viable due to habitat loss. Researchers monitored the population carefully over several years and, while they have enacted measures to protect the species, they saw its viability becoming increasingly tenuous as its natural ecosystem was compromised. The success rate of the measures applied was, at best, decreasingly effective over the longer-term.
• As the evening wore on, the noise level in the bustling market was decreasingly noticeable as fewer customers lingered. The initial cacophony of sounds eventually faded. The sellers closed their stalls, the customers slowly departed, and the general atmosphere of the place transformed. It was a natural part of the market's lifecycle and one that brought about a welcome change in atmosphere.
• The company's profits were decreasingly robust after a significant downturn in the market. They had faced a difficult time during an economic recession. Each successive financial quarter showed a worrying trend of shrinking revenues. To maintain operations and to avoid layoffs, the CEO looked for areas to cut spending and to create growth in new areas.
• The artist's interest in commercial work was decreasingly evident. They spent more and more time pursuing abstract art which moved them in a new direction. This resulted in a reduced presence within traditional art markets. Their focus increasingly concentrated on exhibitions that allowed them to push artistic boundaries.
• The influence of the old traditions and the ancient languages were decreasingly observed in modern cultures, especially in the younger generations. This reflected the impact of globalization and technology as younger people adopted common languages that cut across cultures. Though the languages were still taught, their usage outside the educational systems was rapidly diminishing.