noun
amelioration
Amelioration (noun) means the act of making better.
noun
1
The act of making better.
2
An improvement.
3
The process by which a term gains a more positive connotation over time.
4
An ameliorative change of a concept or a repertoire of concepts.
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Etymology
From Middle English amelioracioun, from Middle French amelioracion and probably partly ameliorate + -ion.
Rhymes for amelioration
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
abortion
abrasion
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of amelioration?
"amelioration" (noun) means the act of making better.
What are the different meanings of amelioration?
"amelioration" has 3 main meanings: 1. The act of making better; 2. An improvement; 3. The process by which a term gains a more positive connotation over time.