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Relieve

/ɹɪˈliːv/

To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.

📖 Definitions of "Relieve"

verb

1
To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.
"I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict."
2
To ease (someone, a part of the body etc.) or give relief from physical pain or discomfort.
3
To alleviate (pain, distress, mental discomfort etc.).
4
To provide comfort or assistance to (someone in need, especially in poverty).

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