alleviate [əˈli:vieɪt]

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vt.减轻，缓和，缓解(痛苦等)

to make something bad such as pain or problems less severe

The doctor gave her an injection to alleviate the pain. 医生给她注射以减轻疼痛。
Nothing could alleviate his distress. 什么都不能减轻他的痛苦。