Abate
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3
Anticipate Improvement
Use 'abate' when expressing hope for a situation to become better. The community waited for the storm to abate.
Pro Tip 2/3
Not Immediate
'Abate' implies a gradual decrease, not an instant stop. The doctor said the swelling should abate over a few days.
Pro Tip 3/3
Emphasize Reduction
Highlight the process of something becoming less in intensity or quantity. They installed soundproof walls to abate the noise from the street.