ameliorate

Definition

To make better, or improve, something perceived to be in a negative condition.

Etymology

Alteration of meliorate after French améliorer.

Example Sentences

• "They offered some compromises in an effort to ameliorate the situation."
• "In every human being there is a wish to ameliorate his own condition."
• "We further show that an implementable rule for the central bank's long bond portfolio significantly ameliorates the adverse consequences of a binding ZLB on the policy rate."

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