RELIEVING
/ɹɪˈliːvɪŋ/
9 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun, adjective
Definition of RELIEVING
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."
To ease (someone, a part of the body etc.) or give relief from physical pain or discomfort.
To alleviate (pain, distress, mental discomfort etc.).
A change in colour, texture, etc. that relieves monotony.
That brings relief.
Examples of RELIEVING in a Sentence
- "I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict."
Word Details
Is RELIEVING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RELIEVING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RELIEVING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RELIEVING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | l | i | e | v | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RELIEVING
100 words from the letters in RELIEVING
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How to Use RELIEVING in Word Games
RELIEVING is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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