# abatement vs amazement

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### abatement
*noun · IPA /əˈbeɪt.mənt/ · frequency rank #40,100*
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.

### amazement
*noun · IPA /əˈmeɪz.mənt/ · frequency rank #28,813*
The condition of being amazed; a state of overwhelming wonder, as from surprise or sudden fear, horror, or admiration; astonishment.

## Source
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