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What’s the definition of relief

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re·lief

/rəˈlēf/

noun

1.

a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress.

"much to her relief, she saw the door open"

Similar:

reassurance

consolation

comfort

solace

calmness

relaxation

repose

ease

2.

assistance, especially in the form of food, clothing, or money, given to those in special need or difficulty.

"raising money for famine relief"

Similar:

help

aid

assistance

succor

care

sustenance

subsidy

benefit

charity

gifts

donations

financial assistance

debt remission

a helping hand

a leg up

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A feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release
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