abatement in French
abatement in French is réduction, défalcation, abattement — abatement means a reduction in the amount, degree or intensity of something, especially something unwanted such as noise, pollution or tax.
abatement in French
réduction
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. [First attested from 1340 to 1470.]
défalcation
(accounting) The deduction of minor revenues incidental to an operation in calculating the cost of the operation.
abattement
An amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax. [Late 15th century.]
crédit
An amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax. [Late 15th century.]
diminution
An amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax. [Late 15th century.]
déduction
An amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax. [Late 15th century.]
dégrèvement
An amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax. [Late 15th century.]
réduction
An amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax. [Late 15th century.]
abaissement
(heraldry) 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. [Early 17th century.]
What does "abatement" mean?
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noun A reduction in the amount, degree or intensity of something, especially something unwanted such as noise, pollution or tax.
"The council ordered noise abatement measures after complaints from neighbours."
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noun The legally required removal or containment of a hazard from a building or site.
"Asbestos abatement added three months to the renovation schedule."
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noun The act of formally ending or suspending a legal action or nuisance.
"The suit went into abatement when the defendant died."
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abatement in a sentence
- The council ordered noise abatement measures after complaints from neighbours.
- Homeowners over 65 qualify for a small tax abatement.
- Asbestos abatement added three months to the renovation schedule.
- The suit went into abatement when the defendant died.
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What is "abatement" in French?
"abatement" in French is réduction, défalcation, abattement. abatement means: A reduction in the amount, degree or intensity of something, especially something unwanted such as noise, pollution or tax.
How do you use "abatement" in a sentence?
Example: "The council ordered noise abatement measures after complaints from neighbours." In French, "abatement" is réduction, défalcation, abattement.
Are there other ways to say "abatement" in French?
Yes — French has 8 translations listed for "abatement": réduction, défalcation, abattement, crédit, diminution, déduction.
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