1to lessen; to abate; to be softened or eased (pain, tension, intensity, etc.)
鎮痛剤を飲むと痛みが和らいだ。
After taking the painkiller, the pain eased.
冬の寒さが少し和らいで、春の気配が感じられる。
The winter chill has eased a little and signs of spring can be felt.
台風の勢力が和らぎ、海も穏やかになった。
The typhoon's strength subsided and the sea calmed.