B2
relief vs relieved
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| reliefnoun/rɪˈliːf/ | Meaning a good feeling when something bad stops or does not happen; also help given to people in need | Goes with sigh of relief | Example This cream gives fast relief from mosquito bites. |
| relievedadjective/rɪˈliːvd/ | Meaning happy and calm because something bad did not happen or a worry has ended | Goes with relieved to hear | Example I was so relieved to hear that everyone was safe after the storm. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
To my , the shop was still open.