relieved

Definition

  • adjective: feeling relaxed and happy because something difficult or unpleasant has been stopped, avoided, or made easier
  • adjective: experiencing or showing 'relief' especially from anxiety or pent-up emotions
  • synonyms: protrusive, mitigated

Examples

  • She signed a contract that 'relieved' him 'of' all responsibility regarding the business.

  • His latest book is a long, serious novel 'relieved' only by the occasional joke.

  • ('baseball') He 'relieved' the starting pitcher in the sixth inning.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) your only adventure. I just guess Mother Nature knew better, huh? I was so ashamed... ...'cause I felt... relieved. And all of a sudden, I just... needed a different life. You done real well for yourself. I'm proud of you, Mel. (..)
    2002 Sweet Home Alabama