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

WordMeaning
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
unkemptnot combed
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
viseany of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
firebranda piece of burning wood
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
sparenot being used
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another