extenuating
What is another word for extenuating? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adjective — Making a fault or crime seem less serious by providing a partial excuse.
Antonyms
How to use extenuating
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
extenuating circumstances
Etymology
From Latin ex- ("out") plus tenuare, "to make thin" — the idea of "thinning out" blame.
Full origin of extenuating →Frequently asked questions
What does “extenuating” mean?
The word “extenuating” means making a fault or crime seem less serious by providing a partial excuse. In plain terms, describes circumstances that help explain or soften the blame for something wrong.
How do you use “extenuating” in a sentence?
Here is “extenuating” used in a sentence: “The judge showed leniency because of extenuating circumstances.”
What part of speech is “extenuating”?
“Extenuating” is an adjective.
Where does the word “extenuating” come from?
The word “extenuating” comes from Latin. From Latin ex- ("out") plus tenuare, "to make thin" — the idea of "thinning out" blame.
