Abatement

Synonyms of abatement

• decrease
• diminution
• reduction

Antonyms of abatement

• increase
• escalation
• intensification

Collocations of abatement

abatement of pollution

Frequency: 70 %

The new regulations aim to promote the abatement of pollution in our city.

abatement of taxes

Frequency: 60 %

The government announced an abatement of taxes for small businesses.

abatement of noise

Frequency: 50 %

The construction company implemented measures for the abatement of noise during nighttime.

abatement of costs

Frequency: 45 %

The company sought ways for the abatement of costs without compromising quality.

abatement of stress

Frequency: 40 %

The meditation sessions helped in the abatement of stress among employees.

Idiomatic Expressions for abatement

• Phrase: tax abatement
  Meaning: a reduction or exemption from taxes, usually provided by a government to encourage economic development or investment
  Usage: The local government offered a tax abatement to the new company moving into the area in order to stimulate job growth.