lowered levels

[ˈloʊ.ərd ˈlɛv.əlz]
noun phrase
níveis reduzidos
1. A decrease or reduction in the amount, quantity, or intensity of something measured on a scale
The patient showed lowered levels of cholesterol after following a strict diet.
O paciente apresentou níveis reduzidos de colesterol após seguir uma dieta rigorosa.
2. A diminishment in the degree or rate of something previously at a higher point
Lowered levels of stress were reported after the meditation program.
Níveis reduzidos de estresse foram relatados após o programa de meditação.
3. Physical descent or depression of height or altitude
The river's lowered levels during the drought caused concern.
Os níveis reduzidos do rio durante a seca causaram preocupação.
This term is commonly used in medical, scientific, and environmental contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In healthcare settings, 'lowered levels' is frequently discussed regarding cholesterol, blood pressure, and other biomarkers, reflecting the importance of health monitoring in modern Western culture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reduced levelsdecreased levelsdiminished levelslower amounts
Antonyms / Antônimos
elevated levelsincreased levelsraised levelshigher amounts

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
níveis reduzidos
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
níveis mais baixos
Alternative phrasing commonly used in technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
níveis diminuídos
Used in medical and scientific contexts
Portugal
níveis reduzidos
Same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

levellowerreductiondecreasediminishlower

Related Idioms & Phrases

bring down levels
keep levels down
maintain lower levels
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