Meaning of the word extenuate in English
What does extenuate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
extenuate
US /ɪkˈsten.ju.eɪt/
UK /ɪkˈsten.ju.eɪt/
Verb
to make something bad seem less serious or more forgivable
Example:
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His poverty was considered to extenuate his crime.
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There were no circumstances that could extenuate his brutal behavior.