noun Download 🔗Share The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression of. Examples : "The abatement of a nuisance is the suppression thereof." action condition business economy law Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax. Examples : "The city offered an abatement on property taxes for homeowners who installed solar panels. " amount business finance economy Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A mark of dishonor on an escutcheon; any figure added to the coat of arms tending to lower the dignity or station of the bearer. Examples : "The addition of the bar sinister to the Duke's coat of arms served as a public abatement, signifying his illegitimate birth and diminished claim to the throne. " heraldry royal history Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The action of a person that abates, or without proper authority enters a residence after the death of the owner and before the heir takes possession. Examples : "The lawyer argued that the squatter's presence in the empty house constituted abatement because he moved in immediately after the owner's death, before the owner's children could inherit it. " property law action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The reduction of the proceeds of a will, when the debts have not yet been satisfied; the reduction of taxes due. Examples : "Example Sentence: "Due to unforeseen debts, there was an abatement of 10% in the inheritance each beneficiary received from their grandfather's will." " law finance property government economy Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
