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Meaning of relief
The word "relief" primarily refers to the feeling of comfort or a state of being free from pain or trouble.
Etymology of relief
The word "relief" originates from the Old French word "relief" or "reliever", which is derived from the Latin words "re" (meaning "again" or "anew") and "levis" or "levare" (meaning "to lift" or "to raise")
Historically, the word has been used to describe a range of concepts, including the act of providing assistance or aid, a feeling of comfort or a state of being free from pain or trouble, and a change for the better
Synonyms
alleviation
consolation
comfort
solace
mitigation
reprieve
rescue
liberation
freedom
release
deliverance
succor
aid
assistance
support
help
easement
calming
soothing
calming
pacification
tranquility
serenity
appeasement
conciliation
reconciliation
redress
reparation
indemnity
compensation
remedy
cure
palliation
assuagement
abatement
reduction
decrease
lessening
moderation
tempering
softening
calming
quieting
stilling
hush
lull
respite
recess
interval
pause
break
intermission
suspension
cessation
halt
stay
moratorium
postponement
deferment
delay
alleviation
easing
relaxation
unwind
unwind
disentanglement
extrication
Definitions
- A feeling of comfort or a state of being free from pain or trouble
- * The act of providing assistance or aid to someone in need
- * A person or thing that provides assistance or aid
- * A change for the better, especially one that makes a difficult or unpleasant situation more bearable
Usage Examples
- The new medication brought relief to the patient's chronic pain
- * The charity provided relief to the victims of the natural disaster
- * The news of the end of the war brought relief to the nation