Synonym Dictionary

To become less intense or severe.

To make a difficulty, burden, or discomfort less severe.

To criticize or reprimand severely.

Severe or extreme in action, effect, or extent.

Extremely thin and weakened, especially through lack of nourishment.

To scrape or wear away skin; also to criticize severely.

Serious, solemn, or deserving careful concern.

Unpleasantly harsh, especially of weather.

A less strict or severe approach to rules or punishment.

Less strict or severe in judgment, discipline, or enforcement.

To reduce the severity, seriousness, or harmful effect of something.

To make or become less intense, extreme, or severe.

To continue in an action or remain in existence despite difficulty or the passage of time.

Intended to impose punishment or a penalty.

To become less severe, resistant, or intense.

Very thorough, exacting, or strictly applied.

A severe criticism or a restrictive rule.

Strict and demanding in requirements or application.