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MITIGATE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Mitigate.

How to pronounce mitigate:

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Mitigate - as a verb

Lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of

Example: "The circumstances extenuate the crime"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extenuate16palliate10

To temper

Example: "Mitigating circumstances"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decrease11lessen6minify14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The government implemented several policies to mitigate the effects of climate change."
"We need to take immediate action to mitigate the spread of the virus."
"The company hired a security team to mitigate the risk of cyber attacks."
"The doctor prescribed medication to mitigate the patient's pain."
"Using sunscreen regularly can help mitigate the harmful effects of UV rays on the skin."
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Word Game Points

Is MITIGATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mitigate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MITIGATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is MITIGATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mitigate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MITIGATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is MITIGATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mitigate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MITIGATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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