Synonyms: extenuation, mitigation, palliation
Definition: to act in such a way as to cause an offense to seem less serious
Similar words: decrease, diminution, reduction, step-down
Definition: the act of decreasing or reducing something
Synonyms: palliation
Definition: easing the severity of a pain or a disease without removing the cause
Similar words: easement, easing, relief, alleviation
Definition: the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance)
Usage: he asked the nurse for relief from the constant pain