ALLEVIATION

/əˌliːviˈeɪʃən/ Scrabble 14 Words With Friends 18

Scrabble letter values: A1L1L1E1V4I1A1T1I1O1N1 = 14

Definition

  1. noun the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced. — synonyms: relief, assuagement
  2. noun the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance). — synonyms: easing, easement, relief

Examples

  • “as he heard the news he was suddenly flooded with relief”
  • “he asked the nurse for relief from the constant pain”

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