PALLIATION Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

palliation

noun

Definition of palliation

as in relief

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Relevance

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as in extenuation

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Noun

In the days since, a flood of deals have been announced to bring Chinese robotaxis, laptops, AI models, and data centers to the kingdom — while putting the competition for tech dominance between China and the US into stark relief.

— Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2026
The sound of the transfer window closing always brings a certain relief.

— Oliver Kay, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of relief

Noun

Industries such as healthcare and social assistance (+28,400) continued to add jobs while local government education (+41,900 jobs) reversed a large loss from July (-57,500).

— Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
In mid-2025, for example, Congress clawed back nearly $8 billion in foreign assistance funds.

— Anna Nelson, Foreign Affairs, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of assistance

Noun

Galliano also emphasized that an exhibition or other public recognition could not substitute for accountability, describing atonement as an ongoing responsibility.

— Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 31 Aug. 2026
In between getting ready for the new year and writing down your atonements, here are upcoming events to keep in mind — everything from a lively Shabbat geared toward young adults to a shopping event featuring local businesses.

— Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of atonement

Noun

Yet, earlier this month, I, my fellow editors and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration personnel were informed that support for the Arctic Report Card — our flagship annual report since 2006 — is canceled.

— Twila Moon, Washington Post, 31 Aug. 2026
Demographic experts are cautiously optimistic about the new scheme, which appears to offer more sustained and holistic support for families.

— Angelica Ang, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of support

Noun

Hossain makes a surprising confession when asked whether the animals are real or psychological.

— Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2026
In her first solo show, artist Neveah Marquez, known as Perry Picasshoe, explores the concept of sanctity through vulnerable self-portraits and a confession booth that reveals guests’ secrets.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of confession

Noun

Perkins pleaded guilty earlier this year to one count of possessing a firearm in furtherance of a violent crime, the release said.

— Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026
Besides the conspiracy charge, Oseguera Cervantes also pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking conspiracy.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026

Definition of furtherance

Noun

These cues feel less like hand-holding for the audience and more of an acknowledgement of the artistry of whoever’s imagination and vulnerability lights up the screen.

— Marshall Shaffer, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2026
There is an acknowledgement internally that signing Johnson in January was a costly mistake which hampered them in this window.

— Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of acknowledgment

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