alleviated

(al-le-vi-at-ed) 5 syllables

Definition


verb.
Past tense of alleviate, meaning to make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.

Example Sentence

The medicine alleviated her headache within minutes.

More Example Sentences

His efforts alleviated the stress of the entire team during the project.

Synonyms

relieved; eased; mitigated

Antonyms

aggravated; exacerbated; intensified

Rhymes

  • deviated

  • abbreviated
  • alleviated