subside — to become less intense, violent, or severe; gradually diminish
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to become less intense, violent, or severe; gradually diminish
Pronunciation (IPA): /səbˈsaɪd/
Korean meaning: 가라앉다, 진정되다, 완화되다
Korean pronunciation: 섭**사이**드
Example Sentences
- My mom's anger subsided when she saw the cute puppy I brought home without permission.
- The student's panic subsided after realizing the exam was open-book.
- The economic crisis gradually subsided as new policies took effect.
subside
VERB//səbˈsaɪd//
to become less intense, violent, or severe; gradually diminish
The child's fears subside as their parent provides gentle comfort
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When storms subside, we decide where to reside.
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Origin
From Latin 'subsidere', meaning 'to settle down' or 'to sink', composed of 'sub-' (under) and 'sidere' (to sit, settle). The word entered English in the 17th century with meanings related to sinking, settling, or diminishing.
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“My mom's anger subsided when she saw the cute puppy I brought home without permission.”
“The student's panic subsided after realizing the exam was open-book.”
“The economic crisis gradually subsided as new policies took effect.”
“His enthusiasm for the gym subsided after the first week of intense workouts.”
“The coastal area subsided several inches after the earthquake.”
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