Palliate
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British pronunciation/pˈalɪˌeɪt/
American pronunciation/pˈælɪˌeɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "palliate"

to palliate
01

to soothe the pain of an illness without curing it

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The hospice team worked to palliate her symptoms, ensuring she remained comfortable in her final days.
Doctors often palliate the side effects of treatment to help patients cope better during their recovery.
Medications can palliate chronic pain, allowing individuals to manage their daily activities.
02

to alleviate or mitigate the intensity or severity of something

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The public relations team worked to palliate the negative impact of the scandal by releasing a carefully crafted statement.
The use of soft lighting and soothing music in the spa was designed to palliate the stress and tension of visitors.
The manager offered words of encouragement to palliate the disappointment of the team after their unexpected loss.

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palli

Verb

palliate

Verb

palliation

Noun

palliative

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