relief

• Substantiv, das das Gefühl der Erleichterung und Entspannung nach dem Ende von Angst, Leid oder Schmerz bezeichnet; kann auch Hilfe oder Unterstützung in schwierigen Zeiten bedeuten.

A noun referring to a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety, distress, or pain; also can refer to assistance or aid provided in times of difficulty.

unzählbar

1. Feeling of comfortB1formal

   A feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress.

   Erleichterung

   • She sighed with relief when she heard the good news.
   • It was a great relief to finally finish the exam.
   • The medicine brought immediate relief from the pain.

   Synonymecomfortconsolationeasereassurancesolace

   Antonymeanguishanxietydistressworry

2. Aid or assistanceB1formal

   Food, money, or services provided to people in need, especially during emergencies.

   Hilfe

   • The government sent relief to the flood victims.
   • Charities are providing relief to the homeless.
   • Relief efforts are underway in the disaster zone.

   Synonymeaidassistancecharityhelpsuccorsupportwelfare

   Antonymeaggravationblockageburdendemanddeprivationharmhindranceobstruction

3. Removal of stressB1formal

   The act of reducing or removing something unpleasant, such as pain, worry, or pressure.

   Erleichterung

   • Yoga can provide relief from stress.
   • The new policy offers tax relief for small businesses.
   • Cold water gave her relief from the sunburn.

   Synonymealleviationassuagementcomforteasemitigationpalliationsolace

   Antonymeaggravationexacerbationintensificationworsening