Alleviate

/ɐlˈiːvɪˌe‍ɪt/

/əˈɫiviˌeɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "alleviate"

to alleviate

VERB

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

ease

facilitate

smooth

Transitive: to alleviate a problem or issue

Example

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

Charitable efforts have alleviated the suffering caused by the natural disaster.

to help ease mental or physical pain

allay

assuage

ease

palliate

relieve

Transitive: to alleviate mental or physical pain

Example

Listening to calming music can alleviate stress and anxiety.

Taking a warm bath can help alleviate muscle tension after a long day.

word family

allevi

Verb

alleviate

Verb

alleviated

Adjective

alleviated

Adjective

alleviation

Noun

alleviation

Noun

alleviative

Adjective

alleviative

Adjective

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