English Synonym Finder

ameliorate

Definitions

To make something bad or unsatisfactory better.

To improve the condition or state of a situation.

Examples

The new policy is intended to ameliorate the working conditions for all employees.

International aid was sent to the region to help ameliorate the effects of the devastating earthquake.

Simple changes to your daily routine can significantly ameliorate your overall quality of sleep.

Synonyms

improve enhance better alleviate mitigate amend rectify

Antonyms

worsen aggravate exacerbate deteriorate impair damage harm