reliefs
|re/liefs|
/rɪˈliːfs/
(relief)
alleviation
Etymology
'relief' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'relever,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'lever' meant 'to raise.'
'relever' transformed into the Middle English word 'releef,' and eventually became the modern English word 'relief'.
Initially, it meant 'to raise again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'alleviation of pain or distress'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'relief'.
The museum displayed several ancient reliefs.
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Noun 2
a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress.
She felt a sense of relief after the exam was over.
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Noun 3
assistance, especially in the form of food, clothing, or money, given to those in special need or difficulty.
The charity provided relief to the flood victims.
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