Meaning ofbring downin English

Verb

1. to make something fall to the ground
   The strong wind will bring down the old tree.
   Synonyms:

   knock downfelltoppledemolishlevelrazepull down
   Antonyms:

   liftraiseelevatehoistuplift
2. to decrease or lower something
   The government's policies aim to bring down the inflation rate.
   Synonyms:

   lowerreducedecreasediminishlessen
   Antonyms:

   raiseincreaseelevateheightenboost
3. to overthrow a ruler; remove from power
   The revolutionaries worked together to bring down the corrupt dictator.
   Synonyms:

   overthrowousttoppledeposeunseat
   Antonyms:

   installenthronecrownempowerreinstate
4. to upset or dishearten someone; affect emotions
   The bad news will bring down her spirits and make her sad.
   Synonyms:

   disheartendemoralizedepressupsetdismay
   Antonyms:

   liftcheerencourageuplifthearten
5. to cause something to fall or collapse; physical impact
   The demolition team used explosives to bring down the abandoned building.
   Synonyms:

   knock downdemolishtopplefelllevelrazetear down
   Antonyms:

   upholdsupporterectconstructraise
6. to tackle an opponent to the ground
   The wrestler tried to bring down his opponent with a powerful tackle.
   Synonyms:

   tackletake downthrow downwrestle downfloor
   Antonyms:

   let upstand upreleaseset freelift up
7. to energize or excite a crowd; create lively atmosphere
   The DJ's music was able to bring down the house and get everyone dancing.
   Synonyms:

   pump upliven upenergizeelectrifythrillexcite
   Antonyms:

   calm downsober updullboresedate
8. to soothe or calm someone; reduce anxiety
   The counselor's words of encouragement helped to bring down the patient's anxiety level.
   Synonyms:

   calmsoothecomfortreassurepacifytranquillize
   Antonyms:

   agitateupsetdisturbalarmunsettle
9. to end the effects of intoxication in someone
   The doctor gave the patient a medication to bring down the effects of the anesthesia.