vt.减轻；使 ... 缓和
They alleviated the boredom of waiting by singing songs. 他们以唱歌来减轻等候的厌烦。
This medicine will alleviate your sore throat. 这种药会减轻你的子嗓痛。
He could only alleviate the sorrow by drinking. 他只能借酒浇愁。
He told a joke to alleviate the tense atmosphere in the room. 他讲了个笑话以缓解室内紧张的气氛。
