Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

meliorate

verb
mɪˈlɪəreɪt
Definition
To make something better or improve it.
Examples
  • The new policies are designed to meliorate the living conditions of the underprivileged.
  • Efforts to meliorate the city’s traffic problems have been met with mixed success.
  • She hopes her contributions will meliorate the educational system in her community.
Meaning
Meliorate is often used in the context of enhancing conditions or situations, implying a positive change.
Synonyms
  • Improve
  • Enhance
  • Better
  • Amend
  • Refine