verb · Easy SAT word

    Subside

    decrease; wear off or die down

    Subside in a sentence

    The swelling should subside within a few days after treatment.

    Synonyms for subside

    Antonyms for subside

    • increase
    • rise
    • intensify

    Practice subside on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like subside appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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