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de-escalates

The word “de-escalates” has 4 syllables: de-es-ca-lates

It's pronounced as /diˈɛskəˌleɪts/

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In the thesaurus, “de-escalates” has 67 synonyms and 41 antonyms.

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Synonyms for de-escalates

Antonyms for de-escalates

Meanings of de-escalates

  • verb
    1. To decrease in intensity or magnitude.

Example Sentences

  • A sincere apology often de-escalates a heated argument.
  • The policy aims to ensure that staff de-escalates conflicts quickly.
  • Careful wording usually de-escalates tension in sensitive discussions.
  • His humor naturally de-escalates awkward or tense situations.
  • A measured response de-escalates public fear during a crisis.

On this page you'll find 108 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to de-escalates, such as: abates, abbreviates, abridges, accumulates, aggrandizes, alleviates, amplifies.

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