Step-down — synonyms, definition

1. step-down (Noun)

decrease diminution reduction

step-down (Noun) — The act of decreasing or reducing something.

change of magnitude Deflation alleviation amortisation amortization contraction cut cutback de-escalation declassification deduction depletion depreciation devaluation devitalisation devitalization discount easement easing extenuation loury • • •

2. step-down (Verb)

de-escalate leave office quit resign weaken

step-down (Verb) — Give up or retire from a position. ex. "The Secretary of the Navy will step down next month"

step-down (Verb) — Reduce the level, intensity, size or scope of. ex. "step down a crisis"

decrease depart leave lessen minify pull up stakes fall give up renounce resign retire top out vacate