amelification
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/əˌmɛlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
improvement process
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amelification' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ameliorare,' where 'amelior-' meant 'to make better.'
Historical Evolution
'ameliorare' transformed into the French word 'améliorer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ameliorate,' from which 'amelification' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make better,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of making something better or improving it.
The amelification of the city's infrastructure was a priority for the new mayor.
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Last updated: 2025/07/12 09:51