Definition

A government program in the United States that helps provide health care for people who cannot afford it, funded by taxes from workers' salaries.

Example

Many low-income families rely on Medicaid for their health care needs.

Conversation

Have you heard about how Medicaid can help people with their medical bills?

Yeah, I think it's a really important program for those in need.

Exactly! It's good to know that there are resources like Medicaid available.

For sure! It makes a huge difference for many families.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Medicaid is a portmanteau formed from "medical" (from Latin *medicus*, meaning physician or healer) and "aid" (from Old French *aider*, meaning to help). The word refers to a program that provides medical assistance or help to those in need.

Memory Tip

Think of 'medical' as relating to health and 'aid' as help — Medicaid is a program that helps with medical needs.

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