English · Adjectives
lower
/ˈləʊər/
[/ˈləʊər/]
comparative of low
Beginneradjective
Definition
Comparative form of 'low'. Used to compare two things, saying one is more low than the other.
Example
The prices are lower this week.
The prices are lower this week.
Etymology
From 'low' plus the comparative suffix '-er'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in comparisons, often followed by 'than'.