Definitions

1. verb

to make something less severe or unpleasant, or to reduce the severity or unpleasantness of something

“The government implemented policies to mitigate the effects of the economic crisis.”

2. noun

a measure or action taken to reduce or limit the severity or impact of something, especially a problem or a negative effect

“The company’s efforts to mitigate the environmental impact of its operations were praised by the community.”

3. verb (transitive)

to reduce the severity or unpleasantness of something, especially a problem or a negative effect, by taking action or making a change

“The new policy aims to mitigate the effects of climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.”