GRE Word List

ALLEVIATE

relieve

The meaning of the word alleviate is relieve.

Random words

WordMeaning
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
bulgeto jut out : swell
regimena systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient
gravitydignity or sobriety of bearing
malcontenta discontented person:
supernumeraryexceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number
outlandishof or relating to another country : foreign
polemicalof, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial
demagoguea leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance