Here are some examples of how "abate" is used:
* The storm abated, and the sun came out. (The storm became less intense.)
* The doctor prescribed medication to abate the patient's pain. (To reduce the pain.)
* The government's efforts to abate pollution were successful. (To reduce the amount of pollution.)
Synonyms for "abate"
* Diminish
* Lessen
* Reduce
* Decline
* Decrease
* Subside
* Moderate
* Mitigate
Antonyms for "abate"
* Increase
* Intensify
* Grow
* Escalate
* Amplify