Answer: alleviate

AnswerCrossword Clue
ALLEVIATEEase
ALLEVIATEReduce
ALLEVIATEMitigate.
ALLEVIATEModerate
ALLEVIATELighten
ALLEVIATELessen
ALLEVIATETake the edge off
ALLEVIATELighten the load
ALLEVIATEMake easier to bear
alleviateto lessen or relieve (pain)
alleviateto lighten, relieve