created sense approved 排遣 · páiqiǎn · dispel
排遣
páiqiǎn
dispel
to drive away or eliminate negative thoughts, feelings, or worries
优美的音乐排遣了他心头的愁绪。
verb
created sense approved 排遣 · páiqiǎn · divert
排遣
páiqiǎn
divert
to divert oneself from negative emotions such as loneliness, grief, or boredom through some activity
他经常通过读书来排遣寂寞。
verb