Pronunciation: /rɪˈliːv/
noun a feeling of reassurance and relaxation after a stressful situation
A1 I bought a stress reliever to help me relax.
A2 The doctor prescribed a pain reliever for my headache.
B1 Yoga is a great way to find relief from tension and stress.
B2 The new medication provided instant relief from my allergy symptoms.
C1 The massage therapist used various techniques to provide relief for my sore muscles.
C2 The charity organization provided relief aid to the victims of the natural disaster.
verb to ease or alleviate (a person's feelings of grief, pain, or anxiety)
A1 I take a deep breath to relieve stress.
A2 She massages her temples to relieve a headache.
B1 The medication helped relieve his back pain.
B2 Exercise can relieve symptoms of anxiety and depression.
C1 Meditation is known to relieve chronic pain for some people.
C2 The therapist used various techniques to relieve the patient's muscle tension.
formal The medication helped relieve his chronic pain.
informal I took a hot bath to relieve my sore muscles.
slang I popped a pill to relieve my headache.
figurative Listening to music helps relieve my stress.
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