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Alleviated: meaning, definitions and examples

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alleviated

 

[ əˈliː.vi.eɪ.tɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to lessen pain

The term 'alleviated' refers to the action of making something less severe or more bearable, particularly in the context of pain, distress, or difficulty. It often implies a reduction in the intensity or burden of a negative condition.

Synonyms

diminished, lessened, mitigated, relieved, soothed

Examples of usage

  • The medication alleviated her headache.
  • He found comfort in the support that alleviated his worries.
  • The new policy aims to alleviate poverty in the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "alleviated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aliviado

🇮🇳 कम किया गया

🇩🇪 gelindert

🇮🇩 diringankan

🇺🇦 полегшений

🇵🇱 złagodzony

🇯🇵 軽減された

🇫🇷 souligné

🇪🇸 aliviado

🇹🇷 hafifletilmiş

🇰🇷 완화된

🇸🇦 مخفف

🇨🇿 zmírněný

🇸🇰 zmiernený

🇨🇳 缓解的

🇸🇮 omiljen

🇮🇸 líðandi

🇰🇿 жұбатылған

🇬🇪 ამშვენებული

🇦🇿 yüngülləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 aliviado

Word origin

The word 'alleviated' derives from the Latin verb 'alleviare', which means 'to lighten' or 'to relieve'. The root 'levare' means 'to lift' or 'to raise', and the prefix 'ad-' implies 'to' or 'toward'. This combination connoted the idea of lifting a burden or reducing weight and has evolved to specifically refer to lessening discomfort or hardship. The term has been used in English since the late 14th century, maintaining its central meaning over centuries as a way to describe the act of providing relief. The use of 'alleviate' in both medical and psychological contexts underscores its significance in discussions around welfare and well-being.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,956, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.