Extenuate and Gloss

Extenuate

Extenuate verb - To make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses.
Usage example: don't even try to extenuate their vandalism of the cemetery with the old refrain of “Boys will be boys”
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Synonyms for Extenuate

Gloss and extenuate are semantically related In some cases you can use "Gloss" instead a verb "Extenuate".

Nearby Words: extenuation, extenuating

Gloss

Gloss verb - To make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure.

Extenuate and gloss are semantically related in conceal truth topic. Sometimes you can use "Extenuate" instead a verb "Gloss".

Nearby Words: glossy, glossed, glossiness, glossing
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