Lexi1 - mitigate - definition and examples

mitigate (verb) /ˈmɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt/

1

(transitive, of problems or flaws) To reduce, lessen, or decrease and thereby to make less severe or easier to bear.

2

(transitive) To downplay.

1

(transitive, of problems or flaws) To reduce, lessen, or decrease and thereby to make less severe or easier to bear.

2

(transitive) To downplay.