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relieved
glad because a worry or problem has ended
Synonyms
- reassured
- comforted
- eased
Antonyms
- worried
- distressed
relieved in a sentence
Mia felt relieved when she found her missing homework in her backpack.
After the teacher moved the deadline, the overwhelmed student looked relieved.
Where it comes from
From Latin relevare 'to raise or lighten'
Memory hook
A worry is LIFTED when you feel relieved.
Read it in context
- The Returning Shore Nature