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palliation
palliation
synonyms
mitigation
extenuation
vindication
soothing
justification
alleviation
relief
allaying
explanation
apology
appeasement
abatement
assuagement
lessening
plea
softening
reduction
remission
defense
acquittal
deadening
apologia
dulling
argument
absolution
exoneration
easing
mollification
rationalization
weakening
tempering
reprieve
story
respite
support
placation
pretext
song and dance
attenuation
cushioning
basis
grounds
advocacy
cause
calming
moderation
exculpation
pacification
decrease
diminution
palliation
definitions
noun
Extenuation; mitigation.
The alleviation of a disease's symptoms without a cure; temporary relief.