English dictionary

abatement

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

an interruption in the intensity or amount of something

noun.event

Synonyms hiatus reprieve respite suspension

Source: WordNet 3.0
the act of abating

noun.act

Examples
Laws enforcing noise abatement.

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; removal or putting an end to; as, the <i>abatement</i> of a nuisance is the suppression thereof.

noun

Source: webster1913