relief
US /rɪˈliːf/
UK /rɪˈliːf/
1.
a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress
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It was a great relief to know that everyone was safe.
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She sighed with relief when the exam was over.
2.
the act of removing or reducing pain, discomfort, or distress
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The medication provided immediate relief from the pain.
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We are working to bring relief to the victims of the disaster.
3.
a person or group of people replacing another, especially in a military context
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The relief troops arrived just in time.
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The night shift is waiting for their relief.
4.
a method of molding, carving, or stamping in which the design stands out from the surface
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The sculpture was carved in high relief.
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The coins had a distinct design in low relief.