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subsidence

[səbˈsaɪdəns]

subsidence Definition

  • 1the gradual caving in or sinking of an area of land
  • 2the process of becoming less intense, violent, or severe
  • 3the sinking or settling of a building's foundations

Using subsidence: Examples

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

  • Example

    The subsidence of the ground caused the house to crack.

  • Example

    The subsidence of the storm brought relief to the affected areas.

  • Example

    The building was condemned due to subsidence of its foundation.

subsidence Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for subsidence

Phrases with subsidence

  • a type of farming where farmers clear land for cultivation by cutting down and burning trees and vegetation, then moving on to another area when the soil becomes less fertile

    Example

    Subsistence farming is common in many parts of Africa.

  • an insurance policy that covers damage to a property caused by subsidence

    Example

    The homeowner had to make a claim on his subsidence insurance when his house started to sink.

  • an area where the ground is sinking or settling due to natural or man-made causes

    Example

    The city council has identified several subsidence zones that need to be monitored for safety reasons.

Origins of subsidence

from Latin 'subsidere', meaning 'to settle down'

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Summary: subsidence in Brief

The term 'subsidence' [səbˈsaɪdəns] refers to the gradual sinking or settling of land or a building's foundation. It can also describe the process of becoming less intense or severe, as in 'The subsidence of the storm brought relief.' 'Subsidence' is used in phrases like 'subsistence farming,' which involves clearing land for cultivation, and 'subsidence insurance,' which covers damage caused by subsidence.