Relief
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background
Framework senses
- §1
- the act of reducing something unpleasant
- §2
- the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged
- §3
- aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped
- §4
- assistance in time of difficulty
- §5
- sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background
- §6
- a change for the better
- §7
- the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
- §8
- someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
- §9
- redress awarded by a court
- §10
- the condition of being comfortable or relieved, especially after being relieved of distress
- §11
- a pause for relaxation