Synonyms for abate

Some common synonyms of abate are: abate [v. a.] 1. Lessen, diminish, decrease, reduce, lower, relax, slacken. 2. Remit, allow, bate, rebate, deduct. 3. Moderate, assuage, mitigate, soothe, soften, qualify, alleviate, mollify, allay, appease, pacify, compose, tranquillize, temper, attemper, quiet, quell, calm, dull, blunt. 4. Batter down, beat down, demolish, raze, lay low. 5. (Law.) Remove, suppress, terminate, put an end to.