Definition & Meaning of "alleviate"in English

to alleviate

to reduce from the difficulty or intensity of a problem, issue, etc.

ease

facilitate

smooth

Transitive: to alleviate a problem or issue

Examples

Ongoing support programs are currently alleviating the challenges faced by the community.

to help ease mental or physical pain

allay

assuage

ease

palliate

relieve

Transitive: to alleviate mental or physical pain

Examples

Listening to calming music can alleviate stress and anxiety.

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