abate

Definition of abate

verb
– to make or become less in amount, intensity, degree, etc.

Synonyms of abate

decline, ebb, mitigate, reduce, decrease, lessen, moderate, subside. diminish, lower

Antonyms of abate

aggravate, enhance, foment, rage, amplify, enlarge, increase, raise, continue, extend, magnify, revive, develop

Examples of abate in a Sentence

– The rain poured down for a while, then abated.
– The government plans to abate air pollution by promoting electric vehicles.