Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lesser extent
phrase
ˈlɛsər ɪkˈstɛnt
Definition
To a smaller degree or level.
Examples
- She prefers to travel during the summer, though to a lesser extent in the spring.
- Some students are passionate about science; others enjoy it to a lesser extent.
- The project was successful, but the impact was felt to a lesser extent in rural areas.
Meaning
The phrase ‘lesser extent’ refers to something that occurs or exists in a smaller amount compared to something else. It is often used to compare two ideas or conditions, indicating that one is not as significant or influential as the other.
Synonyms
- to a lesser degree
- to a smaller extent
- not as much
