Extenuation
Pronunciation: /ˈɛksˈtiˈnuˈætˈaɪˌɑn/
Extenuation (noun)
- The act of making a problem or crime seem less serious or severe.
Examples
- The lawyer argued for extenuation of the client's actions.
- Extenuation of the offense was considered during sentencing.
Common collocations: extenuation of circumstances, seek extenuation, offer extenuation