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Abate
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Simple meaning
What does Abate mean?
Abate means to become less strong or severe.
Dictionary definition
To become less strong, intense, or severe.
Example sentences
Abate in a sentence
easy
The rain began to abate after lunch.
medium
The noise did not abate until the construction stopped.
hard
The town waited for the floodwaters to abate before reopening the roads.
Synonyms
Words like Abate
lessenUse when something becomes smaller or weaker.
subsideUse when a strong feeling, sound, or condition becomes calmer.
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Abate word family
Base word
abate
verb
abated
Became less strong or severe in the past.
noun
abatement
The act or process of becoming less severe.
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What does abate mean?
Abate means to lessen, weaken, or become less intense.
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