relieving
adjectiveUK /rɪˈliːvɪŋ/
US /rɪˈliːvɪŋ/
Making a bad feeling like pain or worry go away.
The cool water was very relieving on the hot day.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Taking over someone's duty or shift so they can rest.
The relieving nurse arrived at midnight to take over.
3. Making a problem or situation less serious.
The new medicine is relieving his headaches.
4. Freeing someone from a burden or duty.
The officer was relieving the guard of his post.