Cool MateMeaning of Relieved
feeling happy because something unpleasant has stopped or has not happened; showing this
In simple words: Feeling happy because something bad has not happened or is no longer happening.
Relieved in a sentence
- She sounded relieved.
- You'll be relieved to know your jobs are safe.
- I'm just relieved that nobody was hurt.
- They exchanged relieved glances.
- He was clearly relieved when we offered to pay for the damage.
- I was secretly relieved when Tony said it was time to turn back.
- We were greatly relieved at the news of their safe return.
How to use Relieved
Use 'relieved' when expressing a sense of comfort or release from distress. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid in overly formal situations.
Grammar pattern
be + relieved + (that) clause
Memory hint
Think of 'relieved' as 're-leaved' – like shedding leaves from a tree to feel lighter.
Related words
Synonyms for Relieved
- comforted
- reassured
- calmed
- gratified
- solaced
Common mistakes with Relieved
- Confused with 'relieve' as a verb instead of the adjective.
- Used incorrectly to express excitement instead of relief.
- Using it in the past tense without context (e.g., 'I reliefed').
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Relieved in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مرتاح
تشعر بالسعادة لأن شيئًا سيئًا لم يحدث أو لم يعد يحدث.
- Bengaliবাংলা
স্বস্তি
কোনো খারাপ কিছু হয়নি বা আর হচ্ছে না বলে খুশি হওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Erleichtert
Sich glücklich fühlen, weil etwas Schlimmes nicht passiert ist oder nicht mehr passiert.
- SpanishEspañol
Aliviado/a
Sentirse feliz porque algo malo no ha pasado o ya no está pasando.
- Persianفارسی
آسوده خاطر
احساس خوشحالی به خاطر اینکه چیزی بد اتفاق نیفتاده یا دیگر در حال وقوع نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Soulagé
Content parce que quelque chose de mauvais n'est pas arrivé ou n'arrive plus.
- Hindiहिन्दी
राहत महसूस करना
यह जानकर खुशी हुई कि कुछ बुरा नहीं हुआ या अब नहीं हो रहा है।
- ItalianItaliano
Sollevato/a
Sentirsi felici perché qualcosa di brutto non è successo o non sta più succedendo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Aliviado
Sentindo-se feliz porque algo ruim não aconteceu ou não está mais acontecendo.
- RussianРусский
Облегченный, успокоенный
Чувствуешь себя счастливым, потому что что-то плохое не случилось или больше не происходит.
- Urduاردو
راحت، مطمئن
یہ جان کر خوشی محسوس کرنا کہ کچھ برا نہیں ہوا یا اب نہیں ہو رہا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
松了口气
因为坏事没发生或不再发生了而感到高兴。
More words like Relieved
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Relieved
What does Relieved mean?
Feeling happy because something bad has not happened or is no longer happening.
What is the definition of Relieved?
feeling happy because something unpleasant has stopped or has not happened; showing this
How do you use Relieved in a sentence?
She sounded relieved.
Can you give another example of Relieved?
You'll be relieved to know your jobs are safe.
What are synonyms for Relieved?
Common alternatives include comforted, reassured, calmed, gratified, solaced.
What is the opposite of Relieved?
Opposite meanings include stressed, anxious, worried.
What words go with Relieved?
It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, at.
What are common mistakes when using Relieved?
Confused with 'relieve' as a verb instead of the adjective. Used incorrectly to express excitement instead of relief. Using it in the past tense without context (e.g., 'I reliefed').
How do you pronounce Relieved?
US: /["/rɪˈliːvd/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈliːvd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Relieved?
Use 'relieved' when expressing a sense of comfort or release from distress. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid in overly formal situations.
What CEFR level is Relieved?
"Relieved" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.