relief

• Sustantivo que denota la sensación de alivio y tranquilidad tras liberarse de la ansiedad, el sufrimiento o el dolor; también puede significar ayuda o apoyo proporcionado en momentos difíciles.

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.

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1. Feeling of comfortB1formal

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

   Alivio

   • 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.

   Sinónimoscomfortconsolationeasereassurancesolace

   Antónimosanguishanxietydistressworry

2. Aid or assistanceB1formal

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

   Ayuda o asistencia

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

   Sinónimosaidassistancecharityhelpsuccorsupportwelfare

   Antónimosaggravationblockageburdendemanddeprivationharmhindranceobstruction

3. Removal of stressB1formal

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

   Alivio

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

   Sinónimosalleviationassuagementcomforteasemitigationpalliationsolace

   Antónimosaggravationexacerbationintensificationworsening