relieved

/ rɪˈliːvd /

adjective

1. (postpositive; often foll by at, about, etc) experiencing relief, esp from worry or anxiety

2. mechanical engineering having part of the surface cut away to avoid friction or wear

Example Sentences

"There was definitely some frustration and we had some things that relieved pressure, but we stuck in there and got through in the end."

From BBC

“They might’ve been relieved that it was going on a low budget and being made on somebody’s lunch money.”

From Los Angeles Times

The decision to pause the changes to science was welcomed by Ms Jones, who said science teachers across the country would be relieved.

From BBC

He was relieved that the Little Tokyo tearoom was his last stop.

From Los Angeles Times

The service said the two members of staff were "immediately relieved of all duties, including the treatment of patients," adding that one of the individuals is no longer employed by the trust.

From BBC

Related Words

• reassured www.thesaurus.com
• relaxed 
• satisfied