Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
extenuante
Adjective
/ɛksˈtɛnjuːənt/
Definition
exenuating; lessening the severity of a situation
Examples
- The extenuante circumstances surrounding the case led to a lighter sentence.
- She presented extenuante reasons for being late to the meeting.
- Even in extenuante conditions, he managed to finish the race.
Meaning
Serving to lessen the seriousness or extent of something, especially in terms of guilt or blame.
Synonyms
- mitigating
- alleviating
- justifying
- excusing