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alleviate problems
[/əˈliːvieɪt ˈprɒbləmz/]
verb phrase
aliviar problemas
1.
To make problems less severe or easier to bear; to reduce the intensity or burden of difficulties
The new policy will alleviate problems in the healthcare system.
A nova política irá aliviar os problemas no sistema de saúde.
2.
To provide relief or temporary ease from troublesome situations
These measures should alleviate problems for low-income families.
Essas medidas devem aliviar os problemas das famílias de baixa renda.
Synonyms
ease problems
relieve problems
mitigate problems
reduce problems
lighten the burden
Antonyms
aggravate problems
worsen problems
exacerbate problems
intensify problems
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aliviar problemas
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
aliviar problemas
Standard usage
Portugal
aliviar problemas
Standard usage; also 'atenuar problemas' in formal contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
take the load off
take the weight off someone's shoulders
lighten the load
ease the burden
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