This is the 13053rd most frequent German word.
abmildern
"Abmildern" means "to mitigate" or "to soften."
The verb 'abmildern' is used to describe the action of reducing the severity or impact of a situation.
Die Maßnahmen wurden ergriffen, um die negativen Auswirkungen der Krise abzumildern.
The measures were taken to mitigate the negative effects of the crisis.
'Abmildern' in this case demonstrates calming or alleviating a social or interpersonal tension.
Der Lehrer versucht, die Spannungen unter den Schülern durch ein Gespräch abzumildern.
The teacher tries to lessen the tensions among the students through a conversation.
Here, 'abmildern' refers to softening or making something (like lighting or ambiance) less harsh.