Definición y Significado de "relief"

Relief

SUSTANTIVO

alivio, tranquilidad

a feeling of comfort that comes when something annoying or upsetting is gone

Example

She felt a sense of relief when she heard the good news.

Ella sintió un sentido de alivio cuando escuchó las buenas noticias.

The storm passed, bringing relief to the worried townspeople.

La tormenta pasó, trayendo consuelo a los preocupados habitantes del pueblo.

relieve

a method of carving a decorative pattern in a piece of wood, stone, etc. in a way that it stands out the surface

What is "relief"?

Relief is a sculpting technique where the design sticks out from a flat surface, creating a three-dimensional effect. The background remains flat, while the figures or patterns stand out at different levels, giving the appearance of depth. Relief can be either high, where the figures stick out a lot, or low, where the design sticks out less. This technique is commonly used in architecture, coins, and decorative art to add visual interest and texture.

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relieve, bajo relieve

a decorative pattern made by carving in a piece of wood, stone, etc.

alivio, desahogo

the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress)

reparación, indemnización

(law) redress awarded by a court

alivio, ayuda

assistance in time of difficulty

relevo, sustituto

someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)

alivio, asistencia

aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped

alivio, desahogo

the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance)

alivio, desahogo

a change for the better

descanso, alivio

a pause for relaxation

alivio, liberación

the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged

alivio, desahogo

a feeling of release or relaxation that comes after a period of tension or suspense in a story

What is "relief"?

In literature, relief refers to a moment or element that provides a break from tension or conflict in the story. It offers a sense of ease or resolution, often through lighter or more positive scenes, humor, or resolution of certain plot points. Relief helps balance the emotional intensity of the narrative, giving the audience a chance to regain composure before the next significant development or conflict.