How to Spell abate

abate

//əˈbeɪt//

abate - noun

  • Abatement.
Source: Free Dictionary

Usage examples

Abate means to reduce or lessen something, like when rain abates after a storm. It's used to describe things getting smaller or weaker over time.

abate - thesaurus

Synonyms: contract, cut short, decrease, diminish, lessen, lower, moderate, remit, remove, slacken

Antonyms: accelerate, aggravate, amplify, augment, continue, develop, enhance, enlarge, extend, foment

Common misspellings

abait, abbate, abayt

Word family

abating, abated, abatement, abater

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