shortens Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. makes something shorter in length or duration. Example Sentence The tailor shortens the pants. More Example Sentences She shortens the story for younger kids. Synonyms decreases; reduces; lessens Antonyms lengthens; extends; increases Hear It! Say It! Write It! shortens Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: