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Meaning of palliation
The act of making something less severe or unpleasant.
Etymology of palliation
The word "palliation" comes from the Latin "palliare," which means "to cloak" or "to cover"
Historically, the term has been used in medical and philosophical contexts to describe the act of alleviating suffering or unpleasantness
Synonyms
alleviation
mitigation
relief
soothing
calming
consolation
solace
comfort
easing
assuagement
moderation
softening
calming
pacification
appeasement
conciliation
propitiation
placation
mollification
abatement
reduction
lessening
diminution
minimization
Definitions
- The act of making something less severe or unpleasant without removing its cause
- * A treatment that relieves the symptoms of a disease but does not cure it
Usage Examples
- The new policy aims to provide palliation to those affected by the economic downturn
- * The doctor prescribed a medication for palliation of the patient's symptoms