Mitigated
/ˈmɪtɪɡeɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Describes a circumstance or damage that has been lessened or reduced in severity.
The defendant’s sentence was mitigated due to mitigating circumstances.
- (v.) Past tense of mitigate, meaning to make less severe, serious, or painful.
The court mitigated the penalty after reviewing the evidence.
Forms
- mitigate
- mitigates
- mitigating
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Commentary
Often used in sentencing and damage awards to describe reduction influenced by specific factors or actions.
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