What does mitigated mean?
Mitigated means (of problems or flaws) Lessened, reduced, or diminished, and thereby made better, improved..
Mitigated
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(of problems or flaws) Lessened, reduced, or diminished, and thereby made better, improved..
Definitions by Sense
- (of problems or flaws) Lessened, reduced, or diminished, and thereby made better, improved.
- simple past and past participle of mitigate
Example Sentences
Well, though many an arraigned mortal has in hopes of mitigated penalty pleaded guilty to horrible actions, did ever anybody seriously confess to envy?
Generally speaking, in the summer the ore from Kiruna is sent to Narvik, and that from Gällivare to Luleå, but, as Luleå is not ice-free (as is Narvik), all traffic in the winter must go to the latter, though this is to some extent mitigated by the fact that the output of the mines tends to be lower.
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When Should You Use Mitigated?
Use mitigated when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for mitigated?
Common synonyms include satisfied, alleviated, eased, slaked.
What is the opposite of mitigated?
Possible antonyms include unmitigated.
How do you use mitigated in a sentence?
Well, though many an arraigned mortal has in hopes of mitigated penalty pleaded guilty to horrible actions, did ever anybody seriously confess to envy?
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