noun
a remedy that alleviates pain or symptoms without curing the underlying cause
adjective
relieving pain or alleviating a problem without dealing with the underlying cause
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The patient opted for palliative care to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
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The doctor recommended palliative treatment to help ease the pain.
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I heard palliative care can really help with making things more comfortable.
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Sometimes, a kind word can act as a palliative for a troubled mind.