weans off
Phases out slowly
To wean off is to gradually reduce dependence on something—a substance, habit, or support system—until it's no longer needed.
The phrase comes from weaning infants from breast milk to solid food.
She weaned herself off caffeine over several weeks.
The doctor weaned him off the medication slowly to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
- taperingProgressive decrease in width
- step downVoluntarily leave power
- detoxificationRemoving harmful substances internally
- moderationAvoidance of excess
- withdrawalAct of taking away
gradual reduction · kicking the habit · sobriety · clean living · rehabilitation · abstinence · coping strategies · support system · one day at a time · phasing out · baby steps · self-control · cessation · cutting back · adaptation · letting go · self-reliance · behavioral therapy