Extenuating
Meaning: Making a wrongdoing seem less serious by partly excusing it.
Example
- The jury considered the extenuating circumstances.
Practice question
Which choice best matches the meaning of “extenuating”?
Answer: C) Making a wrongdoing seem less serious by partly excusing it.
“Extenuating” means: Making a wrongdoing seem less serious by partly excusing it.
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