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Subsidence
01
the process during which a building or piece of land sinks to a lower level or to the ground
Examples
The coastal town experienced significant subsidence, causing several buildings to tilt and crack.
Subsidence in the region was linked to the extensive groundwater extraction by local farmers.
02
the sudden falling in of a surface into a hollow or void beneath it
Examples
The mine experienced subsidence, creating a large sinkhole.
Subsidence of the pavement revealed an underground tunnel.
03
a decrease in intensity, severity, or degree of something
Examples
The subsidence of the fever indicated patient recovery.
Subsidence of the storm allowed for safe travel.
Lexical Tree
subsidence
subside
