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

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The allure of these funds for some investors is the ability to achieve steady growth while mitigating volatility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Float adjustments will cap a low-float company’s weight in the Nasdaq-100, mitigating immediate effects on index funds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Heal the Bay said it has partnered with the city to form a task force dedicated to determining the cause of the reported pollution and informing future solutions for mitigating the problem.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

In 2024, the trust admitted there had been "unacceptable delays in responding to and mitigating a serious risk".

From BBC • May 18, 2026

None of this compelling mitigating evidence was presented at trial, and it should have been.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

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