extenuative en · ADJ
Etymology
From extenuate + -ive.
Meanings
- Tending to extenuate.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more extenuative | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most extenuative | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |
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extenuative en · NOUN
Etymology
From extenuate + -ive.
Meanings
-
That which extenuates.
I'll leave aside the implications of connecting a 'general theory of intention' with 'extenuatives', that is, excuses.
2014, B. Garvey, J. L. Austin on Language:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| extenuatives | Number=Plur | lexicographic |