Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the best option from the following that shows the nearest meaning for the italicized word in the sentence.

He tried to alleviate the sufferings of his neighbour.

  1. abate

  2. dissipate

  3. remove

  4. relieve
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Alleviate means to make suffering or a problem less severe. Relieve is the most accurate synonym.

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