aliviar

to relieve

verb ah-lee-BYAHR Rare

Also means

to ease

Usage Note

Aliviar is used for relieving pain, stress, or a burden: aliviar el dolor ('to relieve pain'). The reflexive aliviarse means 'to feel better' and is a common expression of recovery from illness. Do not confuse with aligerar ('to lighten a load') or liberar ('to free'). The noun is alivio ('relief').

Examples

"Este medicamento alivia el dolor de cabeza rápidamente."

Natural Translation

This medication relieves headaches quickly.

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