Subside
mediumsub-SYD
verb
Definition
To become less intense, violent, or severe
Examples
“The storm began to subside after midnight.”
“Her anger gradually subsided.”
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GRE Tip
Subside is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "abate" or "diminish" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "intensify".
Related GRE Words
ebb
To gradually decrease or decline; the movement of tide out to sea
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
dwindle
To diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength
diminish
To make or become less
attenuate
To reduce the force, effect, or value of; to weaken
wane
To decrease in vigor, power, or extent; become weaker
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