Select the word which is OPPOSITE in the meaning of the given word ?
Mitigate

A. Abate

B. Aggravate

C. Allay

D. Alleviate

Answer : B. Aggravate

Explanation:

  • Abate : Unpleasant or Severe.
  • Aggravate : Make (a problem, injury, or offence) worse or more serious
  • Allay : Diminish or put at rest (fear, suspicion, or worry).
  • Alleviate : Make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.
  • Mitigate : Make (something bad) less severe, Serious, or Painful.

Antonym of Mitigate is Aggravate

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