alleviate — to make pain, distress, or a problem less severe
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to make pain, distress, or a problem less severe
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈliːviˌeɪt/
Example Sentences
- Hot chocolate can alleviate the Monday blues better than any antidepressant.
- The new policy aims to alleviate traffic congestion in the city center.
- My mom's chicken soup can alleviate any illness, including broken hearts.
alleviate
VERB[/əˈliːviˌeɪt/]
to make pain, distress, or a problem less severe
The medicine helped alleviate her severe pain after surgery.
The charity provided food to alleviate hunger in the village. (🪶 Less + 😊 Relief → Alleviate = make something less painful or less serious.)
The doctor's care alleviated her pain, and her family appreciated and celebrated her recovery.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'alleviare', composed of 'ad-' (to) and 'levis' (light), meaning to make light or ease. The word entered English in the 14th century through Old French.
Breakdown
ad- (to) + lev- (light) + -i- (connective) + -ate (verb suffix) = alleviate
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Hot chocolate can alleviate the Monday blues better than any antidepressant.”
“The new policy aims to alleviate traffic congestion in the city center.”
“My mom's chicken soup can alleviate any illness, including broken hearts.”
“Regular exercise helps alleviate anxiety and depression.”
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