Mitigate
/ˈmɪtɪˌɡeɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To make less severe, harmful, or painful.
The defendant sought to mitigate the damages during the trial.
Forms
- mitigates
- mitigated
- mitigating
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Commentary
Commonly used in legal contexts to describe actions taken to lessen liability or penalties.
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