adjective
relieving
rih-LEE-vihng
adjective
1
Bringing a sense of relief; easing worry or discomfort.
"It was relieving to finally get an answer from the doctor."
How to Use Relieving
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that brings relief.
Word Forms
more relieving comparative, relievings plural, most relieving superlative
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It was _____ to finally get an answer from the doctor.