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RELIEVE

/ɹɪˈliːv/

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb

R 1/1
E 1/1
L 1/2
I 1/1
E 1/1
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E 1/1

Definition of RELIEVE

verb

To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.

"I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict."

verb

To ease (someone, a part of the body etc.) or give relief from physical pain or discomfort.

verb

To alleviate (pain, distress, mental discomfort etc.).

Synonyms of RELIEVE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of RELIEVE in a Sentence

  • "I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is RELIEVE a Scrabble Word?

Yes, RELIEVE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of RELIEVE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 60 points total.

Letter Values for RELIEVE

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter relieve Total
Scrabble 1111141 10
WWF 1121151 12

How to Use RELIEVE in Word Games

RELIEVE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since RELIEVE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 60 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RELIEVE to find 62 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RELIEVE

What does RELIEVE mean?
RELIEVE is a verb. To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.
Is RELIEVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RELIEVE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RELIEVE worth in Scrabble?
RELIEVE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from RELIEVE?
You can make 62 words from the letters in RELIEVE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of RELIEVE?
Synonyms of RELIEVE include: liss. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.