Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
The politician's speech was an attempt to mitigate the concerns of the citizens.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Lessen
Given word: Mitigate
Meaning: To make something less severe, serious, or painful.
Example: The doctor gave medicine to mitigate the patient’s pain.
Synonym: Lessen
Meaning: To reduce in degree, intensity, or amount.
Example: Proper planning can lessen the risks of accidents.
Meaning of the other words:
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Understand – to grasp the meaning of something
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Establish – to set up or found
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Aggravate – to make worse or more severe
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.