palliative Get Printable Handwriting (pal-li-a-tive) 4 syllables Rhymes Learn It! Spelling Test Definition adjective. serving to make less painful or severe. Example Sentence The hospice program delivers palliative services to those who are gravely ill. Synonyms analgesic; soothing; make less painful Antonyms to make worse Rhymes Four Syllable Rhymes (1) palliative Share with your friends: