The Clue
Mitigating (6 letter answer)
The Answer
EASING
Tags
Notes
The answer EASING is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
Related Clues
Abatement
Alleviating
Facilitating
Facilitator's action
Providing relief for
Definition
EASING as a noun:
1. (easing, moderation, relief) = a change for the better
2. (easing, easement, alleviation, relief) = the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance); "he asked the nurse for relief from the constant pain"
EASE as a verb:
1. move gently or carefully; "He eased himself into the chair"
2. (comfort, ease) = lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate; "ease the pain in your legs"
3. (facilitate, ease, alleviate) = make easier; "you could facilitate the process by sharing your knowledge"
4. (still, allay, relieve, ease) = lessen the intensity of or calm; "The news eased my conscience"; "still the fears"