CEFR word level
What CEFR level is “decrease”?
Estimated level
C1
advanced
“decrease” is roughly the #4883 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated C1 level.
Meaning
noun. An amount by which a quantity is decreased.
Example: One research team has recorded Baishui’s decrease at about 27 meters per year over the last 10 years.
Similar words: cut, decrement, drop.
How the level is decided
The level is an estimate based on word frequency: the more common a word is in everyday English, the lower its CEFR level. “decrease” sits in the C1 band. It is a quick guide for choosing what to study, not an official CEFR rating. Check any other word or a whole list with the word level checker.
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