alleviatingly
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/əˈliːviˌeɪtɪŋli/
(alleviate)
reduce severity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alleviate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alleviatus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'levare' meant 'to lighten.'
Historical Evolution
'alleviatus' transformed into the Old French word 'allevier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alleviate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lighten or relieve,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that alleviates or reduces pain, stress, or discomfort.
The music played alleviatingly in the background, calming everyone's nerves.
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Last updated: 2025/06/26 11:36