Dictionary Check: relieve

"relieve" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

verb

provide physical relief, as from pain

Example: "This pill will relieve your headaches"
verb

free someone temporarily from his or her obligations

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verb

grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to

Example: "She exempted me from the exam"
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verb

lessen the intensity of or calm

Example: "The news eased my conscience"
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verb

save from ruin, destruction, or harm

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verb

relieve oneself of troubling information

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