Definition

Describing something that helps to make a situation less severe or serious.

Example

The new policies have a mitigative effect on climate change.

Conversation

I heard that some companies are using mitigative strategies for climate change.

That's interesting! What kind of strategies are they using?

They're focusing on reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability.

Sounds like a step in the right direction, for sure!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mitigative → It is formed from "mitigare" (meaning to soften or alleviate) and the suffix "-ive" (meaning having the nature of). The word "mitigative" refers to something that has the nature of softening or alleviating a situation.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'softens' or 'alleviates' a problem — that's what 'mitigative' means.

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