Definitions
There are 13 meanings of the word
Relieving.
Relieving - 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)
lighten11Relieving - as a noun
A change in colour, texture, etc. that relieves monotony.
Relieving - as an adjective
That brings relief.
Example Sentences
"I found the massage to be very relieving."
"The relieving news brought a smile to my face."
"She found the relaxing music to be relieving after a long day."
"The soothing balm had a relieving effect on the sunburn."
"The relieving scent of lavender helped him fall asleep faster."
Word Game Points
Is RELIEVING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, relieving is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RELIEVING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is RELIEVING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, relieving is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRELIEVING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is RELIEVING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, relieving is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRELIEVING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.