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Mitigate Definition & Meaning

mitigate
verb
  1. lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of; "The circumstances extenuate the crime"
  2. make less severe or harsh; "mitigating circumstances"

"Mitigate" in song lyrics

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  • "See, prophets speak with knowledge, the truth they never mitigate"
    The 7A3 — Drums of Steel

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Frequently asked questions

What does mitigate mean?
lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of; "The circumstances extenuate the crime" make less severe or harsh; "mitigating circumstances"
What part of speech is mitigate?
Mitigate is a verb.
How many definitions does mitigate have?
Mitigate has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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