Word of the Day: Relief
The word “relief” is a noun. It’s something that people get when they are in trouble, tired, or need a lot of help.
- The Red Cross provides relief to disaster victims.
- A feeling of relief swept over the city when the storm finally passed.
- Firefighters who worked for hours on the burning building and faced exhaustion needed some relief.
- Medicine can provide some relief from pain.
- The government provides financial relief to those who face long periods of unemployment.
- This aspirin isn’t providing very much relief for my headache. (The word “relief” is a noun count noun.)
The word “relief” can also be used as an adjective:
- Relief organizations are providing help to the disaster victims.
- The relief valve reduces pressure in the system.
You often hear people say, “What a relief!” when something difficult is finished or someone has escaped injury or death:
- What a relief that’s over!
- The people are safe. What a relief!
Essential English Dictionary
Visit the Popular English Words Beginning with R page to see the list of all words starting with letter R. For seeing the HiCafe dictionary, visit the Popular English Words with Meaning page.
