/mɪtɪˈɡætɔrɪ/ MIT-ih-GAT-uh-ree

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or capable of reducing or moderating the severity or effect of something, especially a problem or a situation

“The court’s decision was seen as a mitigatory measure to address the environmental impact of the project.”

2. noun

a measure or action that reduces or moderates the severity or effect of something, especially a problem or a situation

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