Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
symptoms-subside
verb
/sɪmptəmz səbˈsaɪd/
Definition
The decrease or reduction in the intensity or severity of symptoms related to an illness or condition.
Examples
- After a few days of rest, his cold symptoms began to subside.
- With the right medication, the symptoms of the allergy can subside quickly.
- As the treatment progressed, her symptoms started to subside significantly.
Meaning
When symptoms subside, it means that they are becoming less noticeable or troubling, indicating improvement in the person’s health.
Synonyms
- decrease
- diminish
- fade
- lessen
- abate
