Shorter

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɔːrtər/

Shorter (adjective)

  1. Having less height than something else.
  2. Taking less time to do or finish.
  3. Having less length than something else.

Examples

  • The new building is shorter than the old one.
  • He is shorter than his brother.

Common collocations: shorter person, shorter stature, shorter duration, shorter period, shorter distance

Synonyms of Shorter

Neutral

Antonyms of Shorter

  • when comparing length or duration