vt.減輕；使 ... 緩和
They alleviated the boredom of waiting by singing songs. 他們以唱歌來減輕等候的厭煩。
This medicine will alleviate your sore throat. 這種藥會減輕你的子嗓痛。
He could only alleviate the sorrow by drinking. 他只能借酒澆愁。
He told a joke to alleviate the tense atmosphere in the room. 他講了個笑話以緩解室內緊張的氣氛。
