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relieves

The correct spelling is relieves.

How to pronounce relieves

verb

Say it like: Rel-eev-es

The correct spelling is relieves. To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of. For example: "I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict."

Usage Examples

I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict.

This shall not relieve either Party of any obligations.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.
  2. 2.To ease (someone, a part of the body etc.) or give relief from physical pain or discomfort.
  3. 3.To alleviate (pain, distress, mental discomfort etc.).
  4. 4.To provide comfort or assistance to (someone in need, especially in poverty).
  5. 5.To lift up; to raise again.

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