Synonyms for
Relieves
Definition
to make pain or a problem less severe or go away completely
Synonyms & similar words
embossment
unbosom
succor
substitute
salve
reliever
ease
exempt
free
assuagement
palliate
easing
alleviate
relief
succour
ministration
assuage
rilievo
relievo
still
relieve
alleviation
salvage
excuse
respite
alleviate
ease
soothe
mitigate
remedy
cure
heal
treat
assuage
pacify
calm
comfort
mollify
palliate
allay
lessen
diminish
quell
subdue
weaken
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Example sentences
- I took a painkiller that relieves my headache.
- Playing with my pet dog relieves my stress.
- The rain relieves the drought in the area.
- The doctor prescribed a lotion that relieves the itchiness.
- Listening to music relieves my anxiety.
Quotes
Laughter relieves us of superfluous energy, which, if it remained unused, might become negative, that is, poison. - Peter Ustinov
Faithful friends are a sure anchor: they keep you moored even when you feel adrift; they relieve your burden even when you feel overwhelmed. - Richelle E. Goodrich
Love is when you are at ease with someone, and you talk to each other as you are, without any embarrassment or any shyness. And I think that is love. - Diana, Princess of Wales