relief
Translation
relief, reassurance, aid, assistance
Examples
It was a relief to finish the exam.
It was a relief to finish the exam.
The charity provides relief to disaster victims.
The charity provides relief to disaster victims.
The pain relief was almost immediate.
The pain relief was almost immediate.
Grammar Patterns
a relief to ((do sth.)) a feeling of reassurance after an unpleasant experience It was a relief to hear the good news.
to provide relief for ((sb./sth.)) to give aid or assistance They provide relief for people in need.
Similar Words
Synonyms: comfort, ease, aid; Antonyms: stress, anxiety
Etymology
From Old French 'relever' meaning 'to raise up'. 're-' (again) + 'lever' (to raise).
Memory Tips
When you get 'relief', your worries are 're'leased and you feel 'lief' (light/happy).