How to Pronounce "abated"
word
əˈbeɪtɪd
uh-BAY-tid
ɐbˈeɪtɪd
uh-BAY-tid
Definition
To become less strong, intense, or severe; to decrease or reduce.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbeɪtɪd
British English
ɐbˈeɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BAY-tid
UK
uh-BAY-tid
Listen in Context
The rain finally abated after three hours.
Her pain slowly abated with medicine.
The wind abated by noon, making it safe to go outside.
The crowd's excitement abated as the concert ended.