A word a day: 4

Mitigate
Phonetic Pronunciation:
IPA: /ˈmɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt/
Non-IPA: "MIT-i-gate"
Etymology:
Derived from the Latin word 'mitigare', which means "to make soft, tender, or mild," coming from 'mitis' (mild) and 'agere' (to do or make). The term entered English in the late 15th century, originally meaning to soften in manner or severity.
Current Definition:
As a verb: To make less severe, serious, or painful. Mitigate is often used in contexts like disaster response, risk management, and legal negotiations.
Other Forms:
Mitigation (noun): The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.
Mitigative (adjective): Tending to mitigate.
Mitigator (noun): A person or thing that mitigates.
Example Sentences:
Emergency services are working to mitigate the effects of the flood on the affected communities.
Mitigation measures were implemented to reduce the environmental impact of the construction project.
The lawyer argued for mitigative factors that might lead to a reduced sentence for the defendant.
As a conflict mitigator, she excels in de-escalating tense situations in the workplace.
Common Collocations:
Mitigate risk
Mitigate impact
Mitigate effects
Mitigate damage
Phrasal Verbs:
None specifically associated with "mitigate."
Idioms:
None are particularly common with "mitigate," but related phrases in formal usage might include "soften the blow."
Antonyms:
Exacerbate
Aggravate
Intensify
Synonyms:
Alleviate
Lessen
Reduce
Moderate

[@henriquecandiotto8169]

Hey Kris, loved that! In Brazil this word become Mitigar and it's not so common. We use see that on the news when they are approaching something on the legal sphere. I can say that, this is the kind word I just can understand when it gets in context. So my friend, thank you so much! My big Hi from São Paulo, Brazil and peace!!!!

[@LearnwithKrisV]

Thank you. I'm happy you found the video useful and thank you for your continued support. Take care.

[@MookKook-x8p]

Hi teacher kris,
Can l use these words on a daily conversation or they are just poetic words or academic.

[@LearnwithKrisV]

@@MookKook-x8p Most of these words are pretty normal for every day use; just need to use them in the right context. Though most of the antonyms and synonyms on the lists are higher level words.