1. past tense and past participle of alleviate; made less severe, intense, or painful; reduced or relieved

Examples

• The medication alleviated her chronic pain.
• The new traffic lights alleviated congestion at the intersection.
• His concerns were alleviated after speaking with the doctor.
• The charity’s efforts alleviated hunger in the community.
• The air conditioning alleviated the discomfort from the heat.
• Her anxiety was alleviated by the therapist’s reassuring words.