entlasten
Translation
to relieve, to unburden, to exonerate, to discharge
Examples
Diese Maßnahme soll die Bürger finanziell entlasten.
This measure is intended to relieve the citizens financially.
Der Zeuge konnte den Angeklagten entlasten.
The witness was able to exonerate the accused.
Grammar Patterns
((j-n)) to relieve (sb.) The new rules should relieve the commuters.
((j-n)) ((von et3)) to relieve (sb.) of (sth.) He was relieved of his duties.
Similar Words
Synonyms: erleichtern, befreien; Antonyms: belasten, beschweren
Etymology
From the prefix `ent-` (away, removal) + `lasten` (to burden), from `die Last` (the burden). Literally 'to take the burden away'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'un-load' or 'de-load'. The prefix `ent-` often signifies removal, like taking a 'last' (burden) off someone.