Definition of abate

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  • abate is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • abate is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • abate is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of abate

  • become less in amount or intensity (verb)

    Examples

    1. The storm abated

    Synonyms

    1. die away
    2. let up
    3. slack
    4. slack off
  • make less active or intense (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. slack
    2. slake

See definition of abate in Merriam Webster