mitigation
|mit/i/ga/tion|
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/ˌmɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən/
(mitigate)
reduce severity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mitigation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'mitigatio,' where 'mitigare' meant 'to soften or alleviate.'
Historical Evolution
'mitigatio' transformed into the Old French word 'mitigacion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mitigation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to soften or alleviate,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.
The mitigation of climate change is a global priority.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45