Associations to the word «Mitigate»

Wiktionary

MITIGATE, verb. (transitive) To reduce, lessen, or decrease.
MITIGATE, verb. (transitive) To downplay.

Dictionary definition

MITIGATE, verb. Lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of; "The circumstances extenuate the crime".
MITIGATE, verb. Make less severe or harsh; "mitigating circumstances".

Wise words

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