Remediate vs. Mitigate
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Difference Between Remediate and Mitigate
Remediateverb
(transitive) To correct or improve (a deficiency or problem).
Mitigateverb
(transitive) To reduce, lessen, or decrease.
Remediateadjective
Intended to correct or improve deficient skills in some subject.
Mitigateverb
(transitive) To downplay.
Remediateadjective
(obsolete) Remedial.
Mitigateverb
lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of;
The circumstances extenuate the crimeADVERTISEMENT
Remediateverb
set straight or right;
remedy these deficienciesrectify the inequities in salariesrepair an oversightMitigateverb
make less severe or harsh;
mitigating circumstances
