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Relieved

Adjective / rɪˈli:vd / / ri:ˈli:vd / Another word for relieved — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Feeling happy that something unpleasant has ended or has not happened.

Synonyms & similar words

salve alleviate save free jutting palliate allay still lighten protruding unbosom enforce sticking salvage relieve ease letoff alleviated eased stickingout projecting takeover remedy assuage excuse calmed comforted contented encouraged grateful pleased reassured satisfied settled soothed alleviated assuaged eased mitigated pacified allayed appeased mollified quelled subdued

Synonyms by register

Formal

comforted eased unburdened gratified

Informal

off the hook out of the woods let off the hook all clear

Literary

serene tranquil placid

Antonyms

anxious distressed worried troubled agitated tense stressed

Common collocations

  • feel relieved
  • greatly relieved
  • immensely relieved
  • a relieved sigh
  • deeply relieved
  • visibly relieved
  • such a relief

Word family

noun relief
verb relieve
adjective relieved
adverb relievedly

Usage note

Relieved describes the feeling of no longer being worried or distressed about something. It often follows a period of anxiety or difficulty.

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Example sentences

  1. I was relieved when I found my lost keys.
  2. She was relieved that the dentist said her teeth were healthy.
  3. The team was relieved when they won the game.
  4. He was relieved that the teacher postponed the test.
  5. The passengers were relieved when the plane landed safely.

Quotes

  • I felt relieved when I found out that I wasn't alone. - Demi Lovato
  • I was so relieved when I finally got my diploma. - Emma Watson
  • I am relieved to hear that the world is not ending. - Dalai Lama

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