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mitigating

[mit-i-gey-ting] / ˈmɪt ɪˌgeɪ tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
comforting
Synonyms
STRONGEST
encouraging reassuring refreshing soothing
STRONG
abating allaying alleviating assuaging consoling curing freeing inspiriting invigorating lightening relieving remedying restoring revitalizing revivifying softening solacing succoring sustaining tranquilizing upholding warming
WEAK
analeptic consolatory health-giving heart-warming
Antonyms
WEAK
aggravating depressing dispiriting distressing disturbing irritating upsetting worrying
ADJECTIVE
extenuating
Synonyms
STRONG
condoning diminishing justifying lessening moderating palliating qualifying reducing sanitizing softening varnishing whitewashing

Example Sentences

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However, he noted that the company has a limited direct regional exposure and that it is taking mitigating actions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The role of the sector has also been shifting - from purely being producers of food to becoming guardians of our countryside, protecting nature and mitigating climate change.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“It was more than just policy work — it was mitigating current threats.”

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

Long-term supply agreements are seen as favorable for memory producers, mitigating downcycle risk.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

I had thought of telling him about the rash too, as a mitigating circumstance, but decide that our relationship is not at a point where I want to be discussing my body.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich