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palliation

noun

/ˌpæliˈeɪʃən/

Meaning

relief of symptoms without curing the underlying disease or problem

Palliation is often the focus of care for terminally ill patients.

relief, alleviation, mitigation, easing

exacerbation, aggravation

palliation therapy, pain palliation, palliation measures

a small, crudely built dwelling; a poorly constructed building

special importance or prominence given to something

The state of being free from illness or injury.

The process of becoming progressively worse; decline in quality, condition, or strength.

a small domesticated carnivorous mammal often kept as a pet

A change in global or regional climate patterns, attributed largely to the increased levels of atmos...