Mitigate/ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Immediate Relief Mitigate implies action to quickly reduce negative impact. Emergency services worked to mitigate the disaster's immediate effects. Pro Tip 2/3Strategic Planning Plans or measures put in place beforehand can mitigate potential future harm. Building stronger levees can mitigate flood damage. Pro Tip 3/3Not Eliminate Mitigate reduces severity, but does not completely remove the problem. Insulation can mitigate energy loss, not prevent it.