Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mitigating-factor
noun
/ˈmɪtɪˌɡeɪtɪŋ ˈfæktər/
Definition
A circumstance or detail that makes a situation less severe or serious.
Examples
- During the sentencing phase, the judge considered the defendant’s difficult upbringing as a mitigating factor.
- The lawyer presented evidence of his client’s mental health issues as a mitigating factor in the case.
Meaning
In law and judgment, a mitigating factor is considered to soften the severity of a punishment or consequences.
Synonyms
- attenuating circumstance
- softer factor
- alleviating condition
