Definition & Meaning of "ameliorate"in English

to ameliorate

to make something, particularly something unpleasant or unsatisfactory, better or more bearable

Transitive: to ameliorate a situation or condition

Examples

Planting more trees can ameliorate air quality in urban areas.

Taking pain medication can ameliorate discomfort after surgery.

to show improvement over time

better

improve

meliorate

Intransitive

Examples

Your language skills will ameliorate with regular practice.

The health of your plants will ameliorate with consistent watering and care.

Lexical Tree

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