How to Pronounce "alleviates"
word
əˈɫivieɪts
uh-LEE-vee-ayts
ɐlˈiːvɪˌeɪts
uh-LEE-vi-ayts
Definition
To make something, such as pain, a problem, or an unpleasant situation, less severe or easier to deal with.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈɫivieɪts
British English
ɐlˈiːvɪˌeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-LEE-vee-ayts
UK
uh-LEE-vi-ayts
Listen in Context
This medicine alleviates headaches.
A good night's sleep often alleviates stress.
Ice alleviates swelling after an injury.
Nothing alleviates her anxiety like a walk in the park.