GRE Word List
EXTENUATE
to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
The meaning of the word extenuate is to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tenacious | not easily pulled apart : cohesive |
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| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
| raucous | disagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse |
| missile | capable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object |
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| conscientious | meticulous |
| amend | to put right |
| hypercritical | meticulously or excessively critical |