abate

[əˈbeɪt]

abate Definition

• 1. to become less intense or widespread
• 2. to cause something to become less intense or widespread
• 3. to 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

Synonyms for abate

• diminish
• lessen
• subside
• decrease
• weaken

Antonyms for abate

• intensify
• increase
• strengthen

Phrases with abate

• abate a nuisance

  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.

• abate a tax

  to reduce or eliminate a tax

  Example

  The government decided to abate a tax on small businesses.

• abate a claim

  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.