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
Since the early 2000s he has been part of a local flood alleviation scheme, whereby farmers in Trefriw and Llanrwst are given one-off payments to allow their fields to be flooded during heavy rain.
From BBC • Jan. 16, 2024
The core of the group coalescing around the US space effort shared an office with Katherine, ate sandwiches with her during lunch, and bonded with her over an enthusiasm for gust alleviation and wake turbulence.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
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