relieving
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ɹiˈɫivɪŋ// UK //ɹɪlˈiːvɪŋ// re·liev·ing
adj. making a bad feeling, such as pain or stress, less strong. It helps you feel better by taking away some of the discomfort.
adj. providing a reduction in pain, distress, or pressure. Often used as a participial adjective to describe substances, actions, or experiences that mitigate physical or emotional discomfort.
The cool water had a relieving effect on my burnt skin.
After a long day of hiking, taking off her heavy boots was a deeply relieving experience.
The government implemented several relieving measures to assist small businesses struggling with the sudden increase in energy costs.
From relieve + -ing.
Usage
Often used as a participial adjective before a noun or after a linking verb like 'be' or 'feel'.