meliorate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /mɛlˈjɔːreɪt/
KK: /mɛlˈjɔːreɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To become better or improve in quality or condition.
Example
The situation began to meliorate after the new policies were implemented.
Tense Forms
Past: meliorated
Past Participle: meliorated
Conversation
I've noticed that my mood seems to meliorate when I spend time outdoors.
That's interesting! Nature really does have a calming effect.
Yeah, I think fresh air can really help us feel better overall.
Absolutely, it's a great way to meliorate stress.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
improve
enhance
better
Antonyms
worsen
deteriorate
decline
transitive verb
Definition
To make something better or improve its quality.
Example
The new policies aim to meliorate the living conditions of the residents.
Tense Forms
Past: meliorated
Past Participle: meliorated
Conversation
I've been trying to find ways to meliorate my cooking skills.
That's a great idea! Practice makes perfect, right?
Exactly! I think watching some cooking shows could really help me meliorate my techniques.
Root Explanation
Meliorate is formed from "melior" (meaning better) and "-ate" (a suffix used to form verbs). The word means to make something better or improve it.
Memory Tip
Think of 'melior' meaning better — so when you meliorate something, you are making it better.
Visually Confused Words
ameliorate
unmeliorated
ameliorative
ameliorant
minorate
morate
mirate
melanocrate