Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fewer
Adjective
/ˈfjuːər/
Definition
A term used to indicate a smaller number of countable items.
Examples
- There are fewer apples in the basket than yesterday.
- She has fewer friends now compared to last year.
- They have fewer options to choose from this time.
Meaning
Fewer is used when referring to things that can be counted individually. It highlights a lesser quantity compared to a previous amount or another item.
Synonyms
- Less
- Reduced
- Minor
- Scarcer
