Definitions

1. noun

a reduction in the severity of a sentence or punishment

“The judge granted a palliation to the defendant due to mitigating circumstances.”

2. noun

the act of alleviating or reducing the severity of a problem or condition

“The new treatment offered a palliation for the symptoms of the chronic illness.”

3. noun

a relief or mitigation from a difficult or unpleasant situation

“The arrival of spring brought a palliation to the cold winter months.”