Word
alleviation
Phoneticsal·le·vi·a·tion, stress on the fourth syllable
US/əˌɫiviˈeɪʃən/
UK/ɐlˌiːvɪˈeɪʃən/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. making pain, worry, or a difficult problem less strong or easier to live with. You use it when something does not fix a problem fully but helps you feel better.
n. reduction or lessening of pain, suffering, or the severity of a problem or burden. Typically followed by 'of' naming the condition relieved.
Examples
“This medicine brings quick alleviation of headache pain.”
“The community centre extends its hours for the alleviation of overcrowding during winter months.”
“Despite new funding for flood defences, complete alleviation of risk in low-lying districts remains dependent on long-term planning and regional cooperation.”
Examples
simple
“This medicine brings quick alleviation of headache pain.”
contextual
“The community centre extends its hours for the alleviation of overcrowding during winter months.”
complex
“Despite new funding for flood defences, complete alleviation of risk in low-lying districts remains dependent on long-term planning and regional cooperation.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “alleviation” in context.
Verb
01. alleviation follows
“Alleviation follows quickly once the correct medication is administered.”
noun + verb
02. bring alleviation
“The ceasefire brought alleviation to civilians in the conflict zone.”
verb + noun
03. contribute to alleviation
“Regular exercise can contribute to alleviation of chronic stress.”
verb + prep + noun
04. lead to alleviation
“Early intervention can lead to alleviation of anxiety symptoms.”
verb + prep + noun
05. offer alleviation
“The new policy offers alleviation to low-income households.”
verb + noun
Noun
06. alleviation of pain
“Doctors focus on alleviation of pain for terminally ill patients.”
noun + prep + noun
07. alleviation of poverty
“The charity is committed to the alleviation of poverty in rural areas.”
noun + prep + noun
08. alleviation of suffering
“Nurses play a vital role in the alleviation of suffering.”
noun + prep + noun
09. alleviation of symptoms
“This drug allows for rapid alleviation of symptoms.”
noun + prep + noun
10. bring welcome alleviation to patients
“The new therapy brought welcome alleviation to patients with migraines.”
11. contribute to alleviation of poverty
“Microloans contribute to alleviation of poverty in developing regions.”
12. offer partial alleviation of symptoms
“Antihistamines offer partial alleviation of symptoms during allergy season.”
Usage
Typically followed by 'of' plus the pain, problem, or burden relieved, as in 'alleviation of pain'.
Etymology
From alleviate + -ion.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
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