Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alleviate a problem

Phrase
/əˈliːvieɪt ə ˈprɒbləm/
Definition
To make a problem or a difficult situation less severe or serious.
Examples
  • She implemented new strategies to alleviate a problem in the workflow.
  • The charity aims to alleviate the problem of hunger in the community.
Meaning
To reduce the intensity or impact of an issue, making it easier to manage or endure.
Synonyms
  • Mitigate
  • Ease
  • Palliate
  • Relieve