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reduce fear
[rɪˈdjuːs fɪr]
verb phrase
reduzir o medo
1.
to decrease or lessen the intensity or level of fear or anxiety
The therapist helped the patient reduce fear through gradual exposure therapy.
O terapeuta ajudou o paciente a reduzir o medo através da terapia de exposição gradual.
2.
to make someone feel less afraid or anxious about something
Regular exercise can help reduce fear and anxiety.
O exercício regular pode ajudar a reduzir o medo e a ansiedade.
Synonyms
alleviate fear
diminish fear
ease fear
mitigate fear
lessen anxiety
calm fears
Antonyms
increase fear
amplify fear
intensify anxiety
heighten fear
aggravate fear
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
reduzir o medo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
diminuir o medo
Common alternative phrasing
Rio de Janeiro
acalmar o medo
Often used colloquially
Portugal
reduzir o medo
Standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
face one's fears
conquer one's fear
overcome anxiety
put someone at ease
calm one's nerves
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