alleviate

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(al-le-vi-ate) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. to make something less severe or serious.

Example Sentence

She took an aspirin to alleviate the pain.

More Example Sentences

He tried to alleviate her worries about school.

Synonyms

relieve; ease; lessen

Antonyms

intensify; worsen; aggravate

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Rhymes

  • deviate

  • abbreviate
  • alleviate