amelioratively
|a-me-li-o-ra-tive-ly|
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/əˈmiːliəˌreɪtɪvli/
(ameliorate)
improvement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ameliorate' 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' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make better,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that improves or makes better.
The policy was implemented amelioratively to address the economic crisis.
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Last updated: 2025/07/12 12:51