noun
- reductions in amount, degree, or intensity
- reductions in taxes or other charges
- the elimination or reduction of pollution or nuisances
Usage: legal; financial
Usage: environmental; legal
Examples
- The city offered property tax abatements to attract new businesses.
- Noise abatements were implemented near the airport.
- The company received several tax abatements for its environmental initiatives.
- Lead paint abatements are required in older buildings.
- The storm brought welcome abatements in the summer heat.
- Industrial abatements helped reduce air pollution in the area.