Relieved
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈliːvd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Relieved is an adjective meaning Experiencing or exhibiting relief; freed from stress or discomfort.
Meaning
Experiencing or exhibiting relief; freed from stress or discomfort.
More Meanings
- simple past and past participle of relieve
Example Sentences
She was extremely relieved when the lesson finished.
In a single moment Montenegro and their supporters were given fresh impetus and encouragement. Beciraj tested Hart with a low shot before teenager Phil Jones, on his England debut, suffered an anxious moment when Stevan Jovetic went down under his challenge, leaving the youngster clearly relieved to see referee Stark wave away Montenegro's appeals.
Synonyms for relieved
Depending on context, synonyms include mitigated, alleviated, eased.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mitigated, alleviated, eased, relief, relaxed, suspended.
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