alleviant

/ˌæl.ɪˈvɪ.ənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

tending to alleviate or relieve; providing relief

“The new pain-relieving medication was considered an alleviant for the patient’s chronic condition.”

2. noun

something that alleviates or relieves a difficulty, problem, or condition

“The doctor prescribed an alleviant for her patient’s anxiety.”

Synonyms

  • relieving
  • remedial

Antonyms

  • aggravating
  • exacerbating