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relief
noun(re-lief)
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
Synonyms: alleviation, assuagement,
Examples:
As he heard the news he was suddenly flooded with relief.
relief
noun(re-lief)
sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background
Synonyms: embossment, relievo, rilievo, sculptural relief,
relief
noun(re-lief)
a change for the better
Synonyms: easing, moderation,
relief
noun(re-lief)
assistance in time of difficulty
Synonyms: ministration, succor, succour,
Examples:
The contributions provided some relief for the victims.
relief
noun(re-lief)
the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance)
Synonyms: alleviation, easement, easing,
Examples:
He asked the nurse for relief from the constant pain.
relief
noun(re-lief)
a pause for relaxation
Synonyms: respite, rest, rest period,
relief
noun(re-lief)
someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
Synonyms: backup, backup man, fill-in, reliever, stand-in, substitute,
relief
noun(re-lief)
the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress)
Synonyms: ease,
Examples:
He enjoyed his relief from responsibility.
relief
noun(re-lief)
aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped
Examples:
He has been on relief for many years.
relief
noun(re-lief)
(law) redress awarded by a court
Examples:
Was the relief supposed to be protection from future harm or compensation for past injury?.
relief
noun(re-lief)
the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged
Examples:
He asked for troops for the relief of Atlanta.

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