ameliorative

UK
/əˈmiːl.jə.rə.tɪv/
US
/əˈmiːl.jəˌreɪ.tɪv/
ameliorativenoun
amelioratives
pl
UK
/əˈmiːl.jə.rə.tɪv/
US
/əˈmiːl.jəˌreɪ.tɪv/
Countable noun meaning ‘something that ameliorates, a remedy or agent of improvement’
Translations
améliorantTerme surtout technique ou agricole.
Adding compost is an effective ameliorative for poor garden soil.
L'ajout de compost est un améliorant efficace pour un sol de jardin pauvre.
Additional translations
remèdeQuand le mot désigne un moyen de corriger ou d'améliorer une situation.
Definitions
A means, agent, or substance that improves or makes something better; a remedy.
Adding compost is an effective ameliorative for poor garden soil.
ameliorativeadjective
more ameliorative
Comp.
most ameliorative
Super.
UK
/əˈmiːl.jə.rə.tɪv/
US
/əˈmiːl.jəˌreɪ.tɪv/
Translations
The ameliorative measures taken by the government helped to stabilize the economy.
Les mesures amélioratrices prises par le gouvernement ont aidé à stabiliser l'économie.
Additional translations
amélioratifS'emploie surtout dans des contextes techniques, administratifs ou savants.
Definitions
Having the ability to improve or make something better.
The ameliorative measures taken by the government helped to stabilize the economy.