Pronunciation

/rɪˈliːf/

Definitions

Noun

1. Relief: A feeling of ease, comfort, or release from stress, pain, or anxiety. For example: “The medicine brought immediate relief from his headache.”
2. Physical relief: The act of providing assistance or support to someone in need. For example: “The soldiers provided food and medical relief to the flood victims.”
3. Artistic relief: A design or sculpture that projects above a flat surface, creating a three-dimensional effect. For example: “The bas-relief on the building’s facade depicted scenes from the city’s history.”

Verb

1. To relieve (someone): To alleviate the discomfort or suffering of another person. For example: “The nurse relieved the patient’s pain with a new medication.”
2. To relieve (pressure or strain): To reduce or lessen the burden or intensity of something. For example: “The team’s victory relieved the pressure on the coach.”

Adjective

1. Relieving: Providing comfort or relief; soothing. For example: “The cool breeze was very relieving after the hot day.”

Phrases

• “Find relief in something” suggests finding comfort or solace.
• “Temporary relief” indicates a temporary decrease in discomfort or stress.
• “Offering relief efforts” refers to providing aid during times of crisis.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The medication provided her with much-needed relief from her chronic pain.”
• Verb: “The firefighters worked tirelessly to relieve the trapped victims from the burning building.”
• Adjective: “The gentle rain was a relieving break from the heat.”

Synonyms

• Alleviation
• Comfort
• Ease
• Respite
• Escape
• Assuage
• Ease the burden