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Alleviate Definition & Meaning

alleviate
verb
  1. provide physical relief, as from pain; "This pill will relieve your headaches"
  2. make easier; "you could facilitate the process by sharing your knowledge"

"Alleviate" in song lyrics

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  • "Perhaps these raps can help you alleviate"
    People Under the Stairs — Acid Raindrops

Usage tips for "alleviate"

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Frequently asked questions

What does alleviate mean?
provide physical relief, as from pain; "This pill will relieve your headaches" make easier; "you could facilitate the process by sharing your knowledge"
What part of speech is alleviate?
Alleviate is a verb.
How many definitions does alleviate have?
Alleviate has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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