Remedial
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈmiː.dɪəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Remedial is an adjective meaning curative; providing a remedy.
Meaning
curative; providing a remedy.
More Meanings
- intended to remediate (i.e., correct or improve) deficient skills in some subject
- (education) A pupil enrolled in special classes to improve deficient skills.
Word Forms
- remedials
Synonyms for remedial
Depending on context, synonyms include curative, sanative, healing, alterative, therapeutic, healthful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sanative, curative, bettering, healthful, therapeutic, alterative.
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