Word adjective
relieved
adj.
US /ɹiˈɫivd/ UK /ɹɪlˈiːvd/ re·lieved
Definition
- 01 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.
Simple“I was so relieved when I finally found my passport at the bottom of my bag.”
In context“The rescue team felt immensely relieved when they established radio contact with the hikers, confirming that everyone had survived the storm unharmed.”
PitfallI 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.
Real-world usage
“But I felt so good to see her after three days (Friday), I am so happy and relieved," her mother said.”
“At the final whistle Álvaro Arbeloa provided a study in pensiveness while Régis Le Bris simply looked relieved.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated