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Mitigation
mit-ih-GAY-shun
/ˌmɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Mitigation
Dictionary meaning
Action taken to reduce the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.
Examples
- Emissions mitigation requires both policy intervention and technological change.
Pronunciation tips
Four syllables. Stress on third syllable.
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