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Definition of De-escalate
1. Verb. Diminish in size, scope, or intensity. "The war of words between them de-escalated with time"
2. Verb. Reduce the level or intensity or size or scope of. "De-escalate a crisis"
Exact synonyms: Step Down, Weaken
Generic synonyms: Decrease, Lessen, Minify
Derivative terms: De-escalation, Step-down, Weakener
Antonyms: Escalate
Generic synonyms: Decrease, Lessen, Minify
Derivative terms: De-escalation, Step-down, Weakener
Antonyms: Escalate