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Remediated: meaning, definitions and examples

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remediated

 

[ rɪˈmiː.di.eɪ.tɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

correcting issues

Remediated refers to the act of fixing or addressing a problem or deficiency, especially in a formal context such as education or environmental science. It involves taking actions to restore or improve a prior state or condition, often following an assessment or evaluation.

Synonyms

adjusted, corrected, rectified, repaired

Examples of usage

  • The school implemented a program for remediated students to help them catch up.
  • Environmental engineers have remediated the contaminated site effectively.
  • The software was remediated to resolve security vulnerabilities.

Etymology

The term 'remediated' derives from the word 'remedy,' which comes from the Latin 'remedium,' meaning 'a cure, remedy, or solution.' The prefix 're-' indicates a return to a previous state, while 'mediated' suggests the act of intervening to improve or fix something. 'Remediated' evolved in usage primarily in the late 20th century with the rise of focused interventions in various fields such as education, where it refers to tailored support for students needing additional help, and environmental science, where it denotes the process of cleaning up and restoring contaminated sites. In this sense, it encapsulates a proactive approach to resolving issues rather than merely treating symptoms.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,826, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.