Abate

Verb

 * 1)  To bring down or reduce to a lower state, number, degree or estimation.
 * 2)  To diminish in force or intensity.
 * 3)  To deduct or omit.
 * 4)  To bar or except.
 * 5)  To bring someone down physically or mentally.
 * 6)  To put an end to; to do away with.
 * to abate a nuisance
 * to abate a writ
 * 1)  To be defeated or come to naught.
 * The writ has abated.
 * 1)  To destroy, or level to the ground

Synonyms for Abate

 * lessen; diminish; contract; moderate; cut short; decrease
 * diminish; subside; decline
 * humble; depress
 * fall through; fail
 * lower, moderate, mitigate, reduce, restrain, slacken, assuage, alleviate.

Antonyms for Abate
enlarge, increase, prolong, extend, amplify, foment, intensify, enhance.

Derived terms

 * abatable
 * abatement
 * abater
 * unabated
 * abate of

Related terms

 * abator
 * abattoir
 * abatis

Noun

 * 1) An Italian abbot.