1. the act of reducing or lessening something in intensity, amount, or degree
2. a reduction in the amount of tax, rent, or debt that must be paid
Usage: legal; financial

Examples

• The storm showed no signs of abatement throughout the night.
• Noise abatement measures were implemented near the airport.
• The company received a tax abatement for relocating to the city.
• There was a gradual abatement of her symptoms after treatment.
• The landlord agreed to an abatement of rent due to the repairs needed.
• Environmental groups called for the abatement of industrial pollution.
• The fever continued without abatement for three days.