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relief - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
relief
Definition
(noun) the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
Synonyms
:
alleviation
,
assuagement
Example Sentence
as he heard the news he was suddenly flooded with relief
Definition
(noun) the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress)
Synonyms
:
ease
Example Sentence
he enjoyed his relief from responsibility
getting it off his conscience gave him some ease
Definition
(noun) (law) redress awarded by a court
Example Sentence
was the relief supposed to be protection from future harm or compensation for past injury?
Definition
(noun) someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
Synonyms
:
backup
,
backup man
,
fill-in
,
reliever
,
stand-in
,
substitute
Example Sentence
the star had a stand-in for dangerous scenes
we need extra employees for summer fill-ins
Definition
(noun) assistance in time of difficulty
Synonyms
:
ministration
,
succor
,
succour
Example Sentence
the contributions provided some relief for the victims
Definition
(noun) a pause for relaxation
Synonyms
:
respite
,
rest
,
rest period
Example Sentence
people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
Definition
(noun) a change for the better
Synonyms
:
easing
,
moderation
Definition
(noun) aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped
Example Sentence
he has been on relief for many years
Definition
(noun) the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance)
Synonyms
:
alleviation
,
easement
,
easing
Example Sentence
he asked the nurse for relief from the constant pain
Definition
(noun) sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background
Synonyms
:
embossment
,
relievo
,
rilievo
,
sculptural relief
Definition
(noun) the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged
Example Sentence
he asked for troops for the relief of Atlanta
Word used in video below:
text: (sighing in relief)
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