extenuate [verb]

Definition of extenuate:

lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of

Synonyms of extenuate:

● Mitigate

● Palliate

● Reduce

● Excuse

● Justify

● Diminish

● Lessen

● Whitewash


Opposite/Antonyms of extenuate:

● Maximize

● Burden

● Discomfort

● Enlarge

● Accentuate

● Apprise


Sentence/Example of extenuate:

The circumstances extenuate the crime