What is the meaning of alleviation?

noun

  • The feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced.
    • usage: "as he heard the news he was suddenly flooded with relief"
  • The act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance. )
    • usage: "he asked the nurse for relief from the constant pain"
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