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abate Synonyms
Another word for abate
Choosing another word for abate depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To become less intense, severe, or widespread (especially of something perceived as hostile, threatening, or unpleasant).
Usage Example
"The hikers waited in the cabin until the fierce mountain winds began to subside."
Strongest
subside
die down
let up
Strong
diminish
lessen
wane
slacken
ebb
dwindle
taper off
• verb (Context 2)
To make something smaller, weaker, or less severe; to reduce or remove a nuisance, tax, or legal claim.
Usage Example
"The municipal government introduced strict new regulations to reduce noise pollution in residential neighborhoods."
Strongest
reduce
Strong
curb
mitigate
alleviate
moderate
dampen
quell
allay
Opposites of abate
The opposite of abate shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
intensify
aggravate
escalate
exacerbate
increase
heighten
amplify
grow
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Abate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/abate