palliate
verb [ T ] uk/ˈpæl.i.eɪt/ us/ˈpæl.i.eɪt/
formal减轻负面影响
to reduce the bad effects of something
They tried to palliate the hardship of their lives. 他们试图缓解生活的艰难。
medical specialized缓解痛苦（但无法治愈病因）
to reduce pain without curing its cause
The drugs palliate pain but have no effect on inflammation. 这些药品可减轻痛苦但对炎症没有效果。