palliate
Pronunciation
Verb
C2 Mastery
Quick answer
To make the symptoms of a problem less severe without addressing the underlying cause.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The medication _____ the pain but doesn't cure the illness."
Answer: palliate
In your own words, what does "palliate" mean?
To make the symptoms of a problem less severe without addressing the underlying cause.
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