corrective
Corrective (adj) means Meant to fix a problem or put something right. Example: “The doctor recommended corrective lenses for her eyesight.”
How to Use Corrective
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething designed to fix or offset a fault.
Word Forms
correctives plural
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The doctor recommended _____ lenses for her eyesight.
Etymology
Borrowed from French correctif, built from "correct" plus the suffix "-ive".
Synonyms
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What does “corrective” mean?
The word “corrective” means meant to fix a problem or put something right. In plain terms, something designed to fix or offset a fault.
How do you pronounce “corrective”?
“Corrective” is pronounced kuh-REHK-tihv (/kəˈɹɛktɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “corrective” in a sentence?
Here is “corrective” used in a sentence: “The doctor recommended corrective lenses for her eyesight.”
What part of speech is “corrective”?
Depending on how it is used, “corrective” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “corrective” come from?
The word “corrective” comes from French. Borrowed from French correctif, built from "correct" plus the suffix "-ive".
Is “corrective” a common word?
“Corrective” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “corrective” have?
“Corrective” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: meant to fix a problem or put something right.