Abate
To decrease in amount or intensity; to reduce or end something.
verbAbate
To decrease in amount or intensity; to reduce or end something.
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Imagine This
Worms are used as bait in fishing. After the bait is cast into the river, the bait usually decreases in size because some fish have nibbled on it. Frequently, the bait disappears in a short time. You need skill, patience, and luck.
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Sounds Like
A bait
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Looks Like
a bate
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Remember This
In legal contexts, abate often means to end or reduce a nuisance; in meteorology, it can describe a storm or rain diminishing.
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Other Forms
abatementnoun
abatableadjective
abatedverb
abatingverb
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Connect With
diminish, decrease, lessen, subside, wane
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Note
Abate means to decrease or end; avoid confusing with rebate (a refund).