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Wordabulary

relief

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

A feeling of comfort after something stressful, painful, or worrying has ended or eased.

"It was such a relief to hear that the surgery had gone well."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

comfort reassurance

Antonyms

distress anxiety

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "It was such a _____ to hear that the surgery had gone well."

Answer: relief

In your own words, what does "relief" mean?

A feeling of comfort after something stressful, painful, or worrying has ended or eased.

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