Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alleviate a concern

phrase
/əˈliːviˌeɪt ə kənˈsɜrn/
Definition
To make a worry or problem less severe or serious.
Examples
  • She implemented new policies to alleviate a concern about employee safety.
  • The doctor prescribed medication to alleviate a concern regarding the patient’s health.
  • They held a meeting to alleviate the concerns of the community about the construction project.
Meaning
When you alleviate a concern, you take steps to reduce the anxiety or discomfort associated with it.
Synonyms
  • Mitigate a worry
  • Reduce anxiety
  • Ease a concern
  • Soothe a problem