EXTENUATING
(adj.sat, verb, adj.)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Extenuating.
Extenuating - as an adjective satellite
Partially excusing or justifying
Example: "Extenuating circumstances"
Extenuating - as a verb
To lessen; to palliate; to lessen or weaken the force of; to diminish the conception of, as crime, guilt, faults, ills, accusations, etc.
To make thin or slender; to draw out so as to lessen the thickness.
To become thinner.
To lower or degrade; to detract from.
Extenuating - as an adjective
That lessens the seriousness of something by providing an excuse.
Example Sentences
"The judge took into consideration the extenuating circumstances surrounding the crime."
"His lawyer argued that his client's mental state was an extenuating factor in the accident."
"She pleaded guilty but asked for a reduced sentence due to extenuating circumstances."
"The professor granted an extension on the assignment because of extenuating circumstances."
"Despite the extenuating circumstances, she managed to complete the project on time."
Word Game Points
Is EXTENUATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, extenuating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EXTENUATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is EXTENUATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, extenuating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEXTENUATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is EXTENUATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, extenuating is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXTENUATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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