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relieve
verb
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Divide relieve into syllables:

re · lieve

How to pronounce relieve:

Definition of relieve:

relieve (verb):
to lessen (pain, distress, boredom, etc.)
to free from a burden give aid or help to

Synonyms for relieve:

assuageamelioratemeliorateimproveeasealleviatesoothebetteramend

Antonyms for relieve:

enhancecoagulateexaggerateexasperateembittercontinuedeependisheartenhurtintensify
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