mitigation
noun/ˌmɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #8,035 most common English word
Meaning
the action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.
Example sentence
The city introduced flood barriers as mitigation against the risk of severe storms.
Synonyms & related words
- reduction
- relief
- alleviation
- lessening
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