abate
verbTo become less intense or severe.
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Become less intense
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verbTo release someone from blame, responsibility, or an obligation.
adverse
adjectiveUnfavorable or harmful to an intended result.
Unfavorable or harmful
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affluent
adjectiveHaving considerable wealth or financial resources.
Having considerable wealth
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altruistic
adjectiveMotivated by concern for others rather than personal gain.
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ambiguous
adjectiveOpen to more than one interpretation or not clearly expressed.
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amenable
adjectiveWilling to consider a proposal or respond favorably to influence.
analogous
adjectiveSimilar in a way that makes comparison useful.
ancillary
adjectiveSupporting a main purpose or activity.
Supporting a main activity
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apathetic
adjectiveShowing little interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
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Lacking interest or concern
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arduous
adjectiveRequiring considerable effort or endurance.
Requiring sustained effort
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arrogant
adjectiveShowing an exaggerated sense of one's importance or superiority.
Overconfident of superiority
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authentic
adjectiveGenuine in origin or character rather than copied, invented, or falsely presented.
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