What does ameliorate mean?
Ameliorate means (transitive) To make better, or improve, something perceived to be in a negative condition..
Ameliorate
/əˈmiːli.əɹeɪt/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To make better, or improve, something perceived to be in a negative condition..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To make better, or improve, something perceived to be in a negative condition.
- (intransitive) To become better; improve.
Example Sentences
They offered some compromises in an effort to ameliorate the situation.
We further show that an implementable rule for the central bank's long bond portfolio significantly ameliorates the adverse consequences of a binding ZLB on the policy rate.
In every human being there is a wish to ameliorate his own condition.
Synonyms for ameliorate
Antonyms for ameliorate
Related Words
Word Forms
- ameliorates
- ameliorating
- ameliorated
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for ameliorate?
Common synonyms include improve, meliorate, better, amend.
What is the opposite of ameliorate?
Possible antonyms include deteriorate, worsen, decline, exacerbate.
How do you use ameliorate in a sentence?
They offered some compromises in an effort to ameliorate the situation.
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