alleviatory

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Adjective alleviatory has 1 sense

alleviative, alleviatory, lenitive, mitigative, mitigatory, palliative - moderating pain or sorrow by making it easier to bear
Antonym: intensifying (indirect, via moderating)

Definitions from the Web

Alleviatory

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Providing relief or easing pain.

Example sentence: The doctor prescribed an alleviatory medication to help reduce the patient's chronic backache.

Sense 2:

Capable of soothing or calming.

Example sentence: The spa offers an alleviatory massage that helps relax the mind and body.

Sense 3:

Relieving or lessening a burden or problem.

Example sentence: The charity organization provides alleviatory services to families affected by natural disasters.