lower meaning and definition

LOWER noun

Definition of lower (noun)

1. the lower of two berths
   • synonyms: lower berth

LOWER verb

Definition of lower (verb)

1. move something or somebody to a lower position
   • "take down the vase from the shelf"
   • synonyms: bring down, get down, let down, take down
   • antonym: bring up
2. set lower
   • "lower a rating"; "lower expectations"
   • synonyms: lour
3. make lower or quieter
   • "turn down the volume of a radio"
   • synonyms: lour, turn down
4. cause to drop or sink
   • "The lack of rain had depressed the water level in the reservoir"
   • synonyms: depress
5. look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval
   • synonyms: frown, glower, lour