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Unmitigated Meaning in English

word

ənˈmɪtəˌɡeɪtɪd
uhn-MIH-tuh-GAY-tid
ʌnmˈɪtɪɡˌeɪtɪd
un-MIT-ih-GAY-tid

Definition

Used to emphasize that something is total and not made less severe or less bad in any way; usually describes something negative.

Usage & Nuances

Very formal and often intensifies negative nouns ('unmitigated disaster', 'unmitigated gall'). Rarely used for positive things. Common collocation: 'unmitigated disaster'. Not used before verbs.

Example Sentences

The event was an unmitigated disaster.

basic

His speech showed unmitigated arrogance.

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The plan was an unmitigated failure.

basic

Calling his behavior anything less than unmitigated rudeness would be too generous.

natural

It was unmitigated joy to finally see her.

natural

Their attempt to fix the problem resulted in unmitigated chaos.

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