Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Relieves.
Relieves - as a verb
Provide physical relief, as from pain
Example: "This pill will relieve your headaches"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alleviate12assuage8palliate10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ameliorate12amend8better8improve14meliorate11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Free someone temporarily from his or her obligations
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
take overHypernyms (Closely Related)
discharge16free7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to
Example: "She exempted me from the exam"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exempt17free7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lessen the intensity of or calm
Example: "The news eased my conscience"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
allay8ease4still5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
comfort14console9solace8soothe9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Free from a burden, evil, or distress
Take by stealing
Example: "The thief relieved me of $100"
Grant exemption or release to
Example: "Please excuse me from this class"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excuse15exempt17let offHypernyms (Closely Related)
absolve12free7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive
Example: "Relieve the pressure and the stress"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lighten11Example Sentences
"He relieves his stress by going for a run every evening."
"The painkiller quickly relieves her headache."
"Taking a warm bath before bedtime relieves insomnia."
"The singer's voice soothes and relieves the audience."
"The cooling gel relieves sunburned skin."
Word Game Points
Is RELIEVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, relieves is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RELIEVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is RELIEVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, relieves is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRELIEVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is RELIEVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, relieves is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRELIEVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
