Alleviate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈli.vi.eɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Alleviate is a verb meaning (transitive) To reduce or lessen the severity of a pain or difficulty.
Meaning
(transitive) To reduce or lessen the severity of a pain or difficulty.
More Meanings
- (transitive), (finance) to pay down partially.
Example Sentences
alleviate his pain
There are different ways to alleviate your financial debt.
Alcohol is often a cheap tool to alleviate the stress of a hard day.
Word Forms
- alleviates
- alleviating
- alleviated
Synonyms for alleviate
Depending on context, synonyms include allay, ameliorate, assuage, ease, mitigate, quell.
Antonyms for alleviate
Common opposites include aggravate, exacerbate, intensify.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include relieve, assuage, palliate, ease, facilitate, mitigation.
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