CEFR C1

abatement

noun

Meaning

A reduction or lessening of something, typically a tax, fee, or legal penalty.

Examples

The landlord agreed to a rent abatement for the months the apartment was uninhabitable.
An abatement of noise pollution is a key goal for the city council.

Synonyms: reduction, lessening, mitigation, relief

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abatement (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: [əˈbeɪtmənt]

Definition

A reduction or lessening of something, typically a tax, fee, or legal penalty.

Examples

The landlord agreed to a rent abatement for the months the apartment was uninhabitable.
An abatement of noise pollution is a key goal for the city council.
The court ordered a temporary abatement of the construction project due to environmental concerns.

How to Use abatement

abatement of (prepositional phrase): Reduction or lessening of something specific. — "The abatement of pollution is a global priority."

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