The term 'EASED OFF' can be summarized by two crossword solutions: 'ABATED' (6 letters) and 'EBBED' (5 letters). Both terms refer to a gradual decrease in intensity or activity. Abated is derived from the Latin word 'abatĕre, ' which means 'to reduce or diminish, ' while EBBED is derived from the Old English word 'ebban, ' which means 'to recede or retreat.' Therefore, both words suggest that something has been reduced or diminished over time.