Definition: Of a quantity, to become smaller.
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! You’ve got a good start, that’s wonderful to see, The dictionary gave you the key – “of a quantity, to be free!” “Decreased” means something is shrinking, it's true, Like a balloon deflating, or losing its hue. It’s about lessening, becoming less bright, A drop in the number, a fading of light. Think of a puddle after rain starts to fall, Or a pile of toys diminishing for all! So “decreased” is simply shrinking away, From bigger and bolder to smaller today. Do you understand now, my little sweet peas? Any questions popping up, if you please?