Abated
/əˈbeɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (v. (past tense)) Past tense of abate; to reduce, lessen, or remove a nuisance, claim, or proceeding.
The court abated the nuisance after the defendant complied with the order.
Forms
- abate
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Commentary
'Abated' is primarily used as the past tense and past participle of 'abate'; see 'abate' for full definitions.
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