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abate

[əˈbeɪt]

abate Definition

  • 1to become less intense or widespread
  • 2to cause something to become less intense or widespread
  • 3to reduce in amount, degree, or intensity

Using abate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "abate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The storm finally abated after three days.

  • Example

    The pain in my leg has abated since I started taking medication.

  • Example

    The government took measures to abate pollution in the city.

  • Example

    The landlord agreed to abate the rent for the month of April.

abate Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with abate

  • to put an end to a situation that is causing annoyance or inconvenience

    Example

    The police were called to abate a nuisance caused by loud music.

  • to reduce or eliminate a tax

    Example

    The government decided to abate a tax on small businesses.

  • to reduce the amount of a claim made against someone

    Example

    The insurance company agreed to abate the claim made by the policyholder.

Origins of abate

from Old French 'abattre', meaning 'to beat down'

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Summary: abate in Brief

'Abate' [əˈbeɪt] means to become less intense or widespread, or to cause something to become less intense or widespread. It can also mean to reduce in amount, degree, or intensity. Examples include 'The storm finally abated after three days,' and 'The landlord agreed to abate the rent for the month of April.' Phrases like 'abate a nuisance' and 'abate a tax' use 'abate' to denote putting an end to a situation or reducing a tax, respectively.