RELIEF
Scrabble letter values: R1E1L1I1E1F4 = 9
Definition
- noun the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced. — synonyms: alleviation, assuagement
- noun the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress). — synonyms: ease
- noun (law) redress awarded by a court.
- noun someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult). — synonyms: stand-in, substitute, reliever, backup, backup_man, fill-in
- noun assistance in time of difficulty. — synonyms: succor, succour, ministration
- noun a pause for relaxation. — synonyms: respite, rest, rest_period
- noun a change for the better. — synonyms: easing, moderation
- noun aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped.
- noun the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance). — synonyms: easing, easement, alleviation
- noun sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background. — synonyms: relievo, rilievo, embossment, sculptural_relief
- noun the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged.
Examples
- “as he heard the news he was suddenly flooded with relief”
- “he enjoyed his relief from responsibility”
- “getting it off his conscience gave him some ease”