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Palliative
01
a treatment that eases symptoms but does not address the underlying cause
Examples
The doctor prescribed a palliative to reduce the patient's suffering.
Painkillers are often used as palliatives for chronic conditions.
palliative
01
relieving symptoms without curing the underlying cause
Examples
Comfort and dignity are central to palliative care.
The hospice provided palliative support for the terminally ill.
