Synonyms for

Palliative

Verb / ˈpæli:ʌtɪv / Another word for palliative — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relieving pain without dealing with the cause of the condition

Synonyms & similar words

alleviatory lenitive alleviator alleviative mitigatory alleviant mitigative soothing alleviating mitigating relieving calming pacifying comforting assuaging easing mollifying reducing tempering softening blunting deadening dulling benumbing anaesthetizing anodyne sedative

Example sentences

  1. The doctor prescribed palliative treatment to help ease the patient's symptoms.
  2. The hospice nurse provided palliative care to the terminally ill patient.
  3. The goal of the palliative treatment was to improve the patient's quality of life.
  4. Palliative measures can be used in conjunction with curative treatments.
  5. The patient found relief in the palliative therapy.

Quotes

  • Palliative care is not about giving up. It's about living life to the fullest.
  • Palliative care is about living, not dying.
  • Palliative care is about improving the quality of life, not just extending it.

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