relieved
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /rɪˈliːvd/
KK: /rɪˈlivd/
adjective
Definition
Feeling happy or relaxed because something unpleasant has ended or been removed.
Example
She felt relieved when she heard that her friend was safe.
Conversation
I just finished my exam, and I feel so relieved now!
That's awesome! How do you think you did?
Honestly, I was really nervous before, but now I'm just relieved it's over.
You should celebrate! You worked hard for it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
calm
soothed
unburdened
Antonyms
anxious
troubled
stressed
verb
Definition
To feel happy because something unpleasant has stopped or been removed.
Example
She felt relieved when she heard the good news.
Tense Forms
Past: relieved
Past Participle: relieved
Conversation
I finally finished my exam, and I feel so relieved now.
That's great to hear! How did it go?
It was tough, but I’m just glad it’s over and I can relax now.
Root Explanation
Relieved → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "levare" (meaning to lift). The word "relieved" means to have something lifted again, often referring to the alleviation of stress or burden.
Memory Tip
Think of having a burden 'lifted again' — 're-' means again, and 'levare' means to lift. This helps you remember that 'relieved' means feeling less burdened.
Visually Confused Words
unrelieved
rebelieve
unrelievedly
relevel
realive
grieved
believe