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ALLEVIATE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Alleviate.

How to pronounce alleviate:

US

Alleviate - as a verb

Provide physical relief, as from pain

Example: "This pill will relieve your headaches"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assuage8palliate10relieve10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ameliorate12amend8better8improve14meliorate11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make easier

Example: "You could facilitate the process by sharing your knowledge"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ease4facilitate15

Example Sentences

"I took an aspirin to alleviate my headache."
"Massages can help alleviate muscle tension and pain."
"Listening to music can alleviate stress and anxiety."
"His apology did little to alleviate her anger."
"The new medication effectively alleviates allergy symptoms."
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Word Game Points

Is ALLEVIATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, alleviate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ALLEVIATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ALLEVIATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, alleviate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ALLEVIATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is ALLEVIATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, alleviate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ALLEVIATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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