alleviation
AmericanEtymology
Origin of alleviation
First recorded in 1615–25; from Medieval Latin alleviātiōn-, stem of alleviātiō, from alleviāt(us) “lightened” ( alleviate ) + -iō -ion
Example Sentences
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When Camille becomes the chair shortly after, she’s allowed the same alleviation.
From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026
This evaluation extended to the international community, which saw promise in Museveni's early strides on economic growth, poverty alleviation and combating HIV/AIDS.
From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026
“Have the merciless persecutions and unutterable tortures of the dark ages not yet opened their eyes and enlarged their heart for the alleviation of their fellow men’s woes?”
From Slate • Apr. 10, 2025
As such, the researchers point out that greenhouse cultivation provides opportunities for local food security and the alleviation of poverty in the Global South.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2024
There was a remedy for fever; there was a recipe for alleviation of headache; there were instructions on making an ointment to treat burns.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
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