mitigate
/ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #6865 in the learning path
减轻；缓和
Definitions
v. To make something harmful, unpleasant, or serious less severe
减轻；缓和
Example
Thick curtains helped mitigate the noise from the street.
厚窗帘帮助减轻了街上传来的噪声。
Planting trees in urban areas can mitigate the effects of extreme heat and improve residents' quality of life.
在城市地区植树可以减轻酷热的影响，并改善居民的生活质量。
Collocations
- mitigate the effects of
- mitigate risks
- mitigate climate change
- mitigating circumstances
Word family
- mitigation (n.)
- mitigating (adj.)
Synonyms
- alleviate
- lessen
- ease
Antonyms
- aggravate
- exacerbate
Usage tip
正式用词，直接接风险、损害或影响，不表示彻底消除。
FAQ
- What does mitigate mean?
- To make something harmful, unpleasant, or serious less severe
- How is mitigate pronounced?
- UK /ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt/, US /ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
