reliever

(noun)

noun

1. someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)

Similar word(s): backup, relief, substitute

Definition categories: person, compeer, equal, match, peer

2. a person who reduces the intensity (e.g., of fears) and calms and pacifies

- a reliever of anxiety

Similar word(s): allayer, comforter

Definition categories: person, individual, mortal, somebody, someone, soul

3. a pitcher who does not start the game

Similar word(s): fireman

Definition categories: person, hurler, pitcher, twirler

Sentences with reliever as a noun:

- The first reliever got the last two outs of the sixth.

- I'll be the reliever today so that you can each take a break.