alleviate
Americanverb (used with object)
verb
Other Word Forms
- alleviation noun
- alleviative adjective
- alleviator noun
- unalleviated adjective
- unalleviatedly adverb
- unalleviating adjective
- unalleviatingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of alleviate
First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English alleviaten, from Late Latin alleviātus “lightened,” past participle of alleviāre “to lighten, relieve,” from al- al- + levi(s) “light in weight” + -āre, infinitive verb suffix
Example Sentences
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She finds deep pressure, like weighted blankets, helps alleviate the sensation.
From BBC
The Briton has also switched to a platform serve, meaning he stands with his feet slightly wider to allow a smoother transfer of weight, in an attempt to alleviate pressure on the bothersome bruised humerus.
From BBC
Congress has approved billions of dollars in recent years to support specialized suppliers and alleviate shortages of skilled workers in the submarine industrial base.
At the same time, lower tariff costs would be positive for consumers and corporate profit margins and may alleviate some inflationary pressures.
From Barron's
At the same time, lower tariff costs would be positive for consumers and corporate profit margins and may alleviate some inflationary pressures.
From Barron's
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