subsidence
/səbˈsaɪdəns/
noun
- The gradual sinking or settling of land or a structure to a lower level.
- Subsidence in the area caused cracks in several buildings.
- The house was damaged by ground subsidence after the heavy rains.
- Engineers monitored the subsidence of the road to prevent accidents.
- A decrease or reduction in intensity, amount, or level.
- The subsidence of the floodwaters allowed residents to return home.
- Doctors noted a subsidence of her fever after the medication.
- There was a noticeable subsidence in the noise after midnight.