décroitre

décroitre
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
intransitive verb
a. to decrease
Selon le dernier recensement, la population rurale continue de décroitre.According to the latest census, rural population continues to decrease.
b. to diminish
En vieillissant, mon énergie décroit mais mon esprit reste vif.As I get older, my energy diminishes, but my mind stays sharp.
c. to wane
L’intérêt pour la danse de couple a décru dans les années soixante.Interest in couples' dancing was waning in the sixties.
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