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.
Synonyms
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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 is another word for amelioration?
Other words for "amelioration" include melioration, betterment.
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.
