RELIEVER
Scrabble letter values: R1E1L1I1E1V4E1R1 = 11
Definition
- noun someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult). — synonyms: stand-in, substitute, relief, backup, backup_man, fill-in
- noun a person who reduces the intensity (e.g., of fears) and calms and pacifies. — synonyms: allayer, comforter
- noun a pitcher who does not start the game. — synonyms: relief_pitcher, fireman
Examples
- “the star had a stand-in for dangerous scenes”
- “we need extra employees for summer fill-ins”
- “a reliever of anxiety”