Ameliorative: meaning, definitions and examples
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ameliorative
[ əˈmiːljəˌreɪtɪv ]
descriptive
Intended to make something bad or unsatisfactory better; improving or uplifting in nature.
Synonyms
enhancing, improving, uplifting
Examples of usage
- Her ameliorative efforts have significantly improved the living conditions in the community.
- The new policies have a more ameliorative approach towards social issues.
- The organization focuses on providing ameliorative solutions to help those in need.
- The ameliorative measures taken by the government have led to a decrease in poverty rates.
- His ameliorative actions have had a positive impact on the overall well-being of the population.
Translations
Translations of the word "ameliorative" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ameliorativo
🇮🇳 सुधारात्मक
🇩🇪 verbessernd
🇮🇩 memperbaiki
🇺🇦 покращувальний
🇵🇱 poprawiający
🇯🇵 改善的
🇫🇷 amélioratif
🇪🇸 mejorativo
🇹🇷 iyileştirici
🇰🇷 개선의
🇸🇦 تحسيني
🇨🇿 zlepšující
🇸🇰 zlepšovací
🇨🇳 改良的
🇸🇮 izboljševalni
🇮🇸 bætandi
🇰🇿 жақсартушы
🇬🇪 გაუმჯობესების
🇦🇿 yaxşılaşdırıcı
🇲🇽 mejorativo
Etymology
The word 'ameliorative' originates from the Latin word 'amelioratus', which means 'to make better'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century. The term is often used in contexts where there is a focus on improvement, upliftment, or enhancement of existing conditions. The concept of amelioration is rooted in the idea of progress and positive change.