abate
/əˈbeɪt/
a · bate
ə · ˈbeɪt
English Definition
v. become less, reduce
Significado en Español
disminuir, reducir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
giảm bớt, suy yếu
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Example Sentence
The pain began to abate.
疼痛开始减轻。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ab(leave)+ate(verb).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “abate” in the sentence: The storm began to abate, allowing the team to continue their journey.
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A
intensify
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B
diminish
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C
prolong
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D
disrupt
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B — diminish.
“abate” means v. become less, reduce
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The heavy rain finally began to ______ as the long afternoon wore on.
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A
intensify
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B
abate
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C
worsen
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D
surge
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B — abate.
“abate” means v. become less, reduce
Common questions about “abate”
What does “abate” mean?
abate — v. become less, reduce. In Chinese: 减轻，减少.
How do you pronounce “abate”?
abate is pronounced /əˈbeɪt/. It breaks into 2 syllables: a · bate.
How do you use “abate” in a sentence?
The pain began to abate. (疼痛开始减轻。)
What are synonyms for “abate”?
lessen, diminish — all close in meaning to abate (v. become less, reduce).
Is “abate” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. abate appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “abate”?
ab(leave)+ate(verb).
