There are a number of synonyms for the term "noise abatement." One is "noise reduction," which refers to the process of lowering the overall sound level in a given environment. Another is "noise mitigation," which is similar to noise abatement, but can include measures like soundproofing or insulation to reduce the amount of sound transmitting between spaces. "Acoustic control" or "sound management" may also be used to describe the process of controlling the sound output in a given area. Finally, "noise control" can be used as an umbrella term that covers all of these strategies.