Attenuate
[uh-TEN-you-ayt]
Hint 1.
Perhaps you've heard of "attenuated viruses" used in vaccines.
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“Vaccines often consist of an attenuated virus, which is able to stimulate a person’s immune system without causing significant harm.”
What is the best definition of attenuate?
A.
To shorten abridge something or decrease its duration
B.
To increase the power or strength of something
C.
To lessen the power or severity of something
D.
To stretch something out or increase its duration
Hint 1.
Perhaps you've heard of "attenuated viruses" used in vaccines.
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“Vaccines often consist of an attenuated virus, which is able to stimulate a person’s immune system without causing significant harm.”
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