ALLEVIATIONS Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

alleviations

noun

plural of alleviation

as in reliefs

reduction of or freedom from pain hoping a couple of aspirin would provide some alleviation of the pain in his shoulder

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reliefs

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This works well for tapestries, quilts, stone reliefs, frottage—media whose own materiality is assertive enough to compete with Zumthor’s surfaces.

— Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
Beyond its fascinating reliefs depicting pharaohs and Egyptian deities, the temple offers sweeping panoramic views across Madrid’s western districts.

— Jennifer Fernández Solano, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

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