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Relieving
/ɹɪˈliːvɪŋ/
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 "Relieving"
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).
noun
- 1
A change in colour, texture, etc. that relieves monotony.
adjective
- 1
That brings relief.
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