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to make easier to endure; lesssen; mitigate
alleviate
Aspirin does not get a the causes but it may help __________ pain temporarily.
unselfish consideration for others
altruism
Although cynics may not believe it, some people do act from ________________ rather than personal glorification.
to give; to present as a gift
bestow
It is customary to ______________ best wishes on newlyweds.
humankind
humanity
Acts that are individually kind extend to all _______________ as well.
a beggar; one who asks for charity
mendicant
On Skid Row, a tourist may be stopped by a _________ carrying a sign saying, "Spare change for a meal."
disquiet; state of being disturbed, upset or confused
perturbation
He registered little ___________ at the sharp questioning from the prosecuting attorney.
multicolored
polychormatic
A school classroom should be _____________ rather than the usual simple brown tone.
comfort; relief from grief or anxiety
solace
Although it may be cold comfort, defeated politicians can find some _______________ in that they have tried what others talk about.
the condition of being under the power of another; lack of freedom; enslaved
subjugation
The ______________ of minorities is one characteristics of fascism.
help; aid
succor
Knights of old in trouble occasionally sought _____________ even from their enemies.