Multiple choice

Directions: Part of the stem word in bold capitals has been underlined to emphasize the root word used. Some suggested antonyms are given. Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

MITIGATE

  1. exacerbate

  2. preponderate

  3. accelerate

  4. elevate

  5. extrapolate
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Explanation

Mit - mild, soft, gentle :To lessen in force or intensity, as wrath, grief, harshness, or pain. Exacerbate means to increase the severity, bitterness, or violence of (disease, ill feeling, etc.) which is the opposite in meaning to mitigate.  

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