The noun relief means "the act of reducing something unpleasant," like medicine that brings relief from your terrible headache.
The act of relieving, or the state of being relieved; the removal, or partial removal, of any evil, or of anything oppressive or burdensome, by which some ease is obtained; succor; alleviation; comfort; ease; redress.
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the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance); "he asked the nurse for relief from the constant pain"
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the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged; "he asked for troops for the relief of Atlanta"
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aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped; "he has been on relief for many years"
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assistance in time of difficulty; "the contributions provided some relief for the victims"
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sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background
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a change for the better
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the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced; "as he heard the news he was suddenly flooded with relief"
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someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult); "the star had a stand-in for dangerous scenes"; "we need extra employees for summer fill-ins"
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(law) redress awarded by a court; "was the relief supposed to be protection from future harm or compensation for past injury?"
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the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress); "he enjoyed his relief from responsibility"; "getting it off his conscience gave him some ease"
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a pause for relaxation; "people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"
n.
The act of relieving, or the state of being relieved; the
removal, or partial removal, of any evil, or of anything oppressive or
burdensome, by which some ease is obtained; succor; alleviation;
comfort; ease; redress.
n.
Release from a post, or from the performance of duty, by
the intervention of others, by discharge, or by relay; as, a relief of
a sentry.
n.
That which removes or lessens evil, pain, discomfort,
uneasiness, etc.; that which gives succor, aid, or comfort; also, the
person who relieves from performance of duty by taking the place of
another; a relay.
n.
A fine or composition which the heir of a deceased tenant
paid to the lord for the privilege of taking up the estate, which, on
strict feudal principles, had lapsed or fallen to the lord on the death
of the tenant.
n.
The projection of a figure above the ground or plane on
which it is formed.
n.
The appearance of projection given by shading, shadow,
etc., to any figure.
n.
The height to which works are raised above the bottom of
the ditch.
n.
The elevations and surface undulations of a country.
Relief
He seec the dire contagion spread so fast, That, where it seizes, all relief is vain.2.
For this relief much thanks; ;tis bitter cold.3.
The act of relieving, or the state of being relieved; the removal, or partial removal, of any evil, or of anything oppressive or burdensome, by which some ease is obtained; succor; alleviation; comfort; ease; redress.
Usage Examples
In Genesis, it says that it is not good for a man to be alone but sometimes it is a great relief.
It was a relief to be able to do my own band, because I was very responsible for all this amazing music I didn't want to mess up before.
After working for years in Hollywood where the actors have taken over, it was a real relief to get down there and not only have some children, but also have some actors that had no attitude.
Death is the wish of some, the relief of many, and the end of all.
Ask those who love Him with a sincere love, and they will tell you that they find no greater or prompter relief amid the troubles of their life than in loving conversation with their Divine Friend.
I always felt that the great high privilege, relief and comfort of friendship was that one had to explain nothing.
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Other Usage ExamplesAfter-school tutoring programs, care for the elderly, shelters for the homeless, disaster relief work, and a variety of other services would all benefit from government funding.
For years my wedding ring has done its job. It has led me not into temptation. It has reminded my husband numerous times at parties that it's time to go home. It has been a source of relief to a dinner companion. It has been a status symbol in the maternity ward.
C-17s should be ready to go at various military bases around the world packed with water, food, medical supplies, sleeping bags and tents, all prepared to be air dropped in alongside soldiers and doctors to begin relief efforts.
Anyone who has obeyed nature by transmitting a piece of gossip experiences the explosive relief that accompanies the satisfying of a primary need.
I had a great time making the last movie, 'Eclipse.' We shot my back-story stuff from the 1930's. But I was waiting for 'Breaking Dawn' because I love the relationship Rosalie has with Jacob and the rest of her family and Bella. She also provides comic relief.
I used to think religion was just more of the same thing. Dump responsibility on the big guy. Now I see an importance in that. It's a relief to accept that not everything is under your control.
A women under stress is not immediately concerned with finding solutions to her problems but rather seeks relief by expressing herself and being understood.
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