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relieved

adj.
US //ɹiˈɫivd// UK //ɹɪlˈiːvd// re·lieved
  1. 1 feeling of comfort (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    feeling happy and relaxed because a worry or problem has gone away.

    experiencing a sense of release from distress, anxiety, or physical discomfort.

    Example

    I was so relieved when I finally found my passport at the bottom of my bag.

    Example

    The rescue team felt immensely relieved when they established radio contact with the hikers, confirming that everyone had survived the storm unharmed.
    Pitfall
    I am relief that the exam is over.
    I am relieved that the exam is over.

    Use the adjective 'relieved' to describe a person's feelings; 'relief' is the noun for the feeling itself.

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