reduces
US /rɪˈduːsɪz/
UK /rɪˈdjuːsɪz/
動詞
1.
減少, 降低
make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size
範例:
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The new policy reduces the amount of paperwork.
新政策減少了文書工作量。
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Eating healthy reduces the risk of heart disease.
健康飲食降低患心臟病的風險。
2.
降低, 貶低
bring someone or something to a lower or weaker state, especially in rank, status, or value
範例:
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The scandal reduces his credibility.
醜聞降低了他的信譽。
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Inflation reduces the purchasing power of money.
通貨膨脹降低了貨幣的購買力。