Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alleviation
noun
/əˌlɛviˈeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of making something less severe or more bearable.
Examples
- The government announced new measures for the alleviation of poverty.
- They sought alleviation from their financial burdens through various assistance programs.
- Many therapies aim at the alleviation of chronic pain.
Meaning
Alleviation refers to the process of reducing pain, distress, or difficulty. It is often used in contexts where relief from hardship or suffering is sought.
Synonyms
- relief
- reduction
- mitigation
- assuagement
- softening
