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Alleviate

Definition

(formal) To make a problem, difficulty, or unpleasant feeling less severe or intense; to reduce the severity of something negative without removing it entirely. Often used in contexts of health, social welfare, or environmental policy.

Example Sentences

1The new medication is designed to alleviate symptoms of chronic pain in patients with arthritis.
2Does increasing the minimum wage truly alleviate poverty, or does it merely address its symptoms?
3The government's emergency response plan aims to alleviate the immediate suffering of those affected by the natural disaster.
4To alleviate the pressure on the healthcare system, public health campaigns focus on preventive measures and early intervention.
5There is ongoing debate among economists about whether foreign aid can effectively alleviate global inequality or if it sometimes exacerbates existing disparities.

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