palliative

[US]/ˈpæliətɪv/
[UK]/ˈpæliətɪv/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. remedy that alleviates symptoms; conservative treatment to alleviate discomfort; buffering agent

Phrases & Collocations

Palliative care

Palliative medicine

palliative treatment

Example Sentences

short-term, palliative measures had been taken.

Palliative procedures of mesothelioma treatment are known as Pleurectomy.

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