subside
/səbˈsaɪd/
sub · side
səb · ˈsaɪd
English Definition
v. become less intense; sink
Significado en Español
disminuir, calmarse, hundirse
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
giảm bớt, lắng xuống
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Example Sentence
The pain soon subsided.
疼痛很快缓解。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
sub(down)+side(sit)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the aftermath of the storm, the waters began to subside. What does “subside” most nearly mean?
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A
increase
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B
diminish
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C
decrease
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D
rise
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B — diminish.
“subside” means v. become less intense; sink
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The doctor said the painful swelling should ______ within a few days.
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A
increase
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B
worsen
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C
swell
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D
subside
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D — subside.
“subside” means v. become less intense; sink
Common questions about “subside”
What does “subside” mean?
subside — v. become less intense; sink. In Chinese: 减弱，平息，下沉.
How do you pronounce “subside”?
subside is pronounced /səbˈsaɪd/. It breaks into 2 syllables: sub · side.
How do you use “subside” in a sentence?
The pain soon subsided. (疼痛很快缓解。)
What are synonyms for “subside”?
abate, diminish — all close in meaning to subside (v. become less intense; sink).
Is “subside” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. subside appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “subside”?
sub(down)+side(sit)
