alleviation meaning and definition

ALLEVIATION noun

Definition of alleviation (noun)

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