reliever

noun

re·​liev·​er ri-ˈlē-vər How to pronounce reliever (audio)
Synonyms of relievernext
: one that relieves
especially : relief pitcher

Examples of reliever in a Sentence

pain relievers like aspirin and ibuprofen Exercise is a good stress reliever.
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Much like reliever Jason Adam, who is recovering from quad tendon surgery, Canning is full-go when pitching but is not ready to field his position. Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026 Barring an injury to a starter over the final three weeks of camp, Rea is positioned to be a long reliever to begin the season. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026 While Will has the prospect pedigree, it’s been David who emerged as one of the best relievers in baseball. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026 Cole Winn, a one-time failed starter who is re-inventing his life as a reliever, cruises through the sixth. Tim Cowlishaw, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reliever

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reliever was in the 15th century

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“Reliever.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reliever. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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