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relief

noun B2
MEANING IN ENGLISH

a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or pain; or assistance, especially in the form of food or money, given to those in need; a feeling of comfort after worry or distress; assistance given to those in need

a feeling of reassurance and comfort after stress or discomfort

In context

01

It was a relief to find my lost wallet.

02

The volunteers carried relief to flood areas.

Synonyms

comfort,aid,ease

Antonyms

anxiety,worry,stress

Collocations

sense of relief,sigh of relief,pain relief

Sources

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