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
