Definition

Intended to help someone improve their skills or knowledge in a specific area, especially when they are struggling.

Example

The school offers remedial classes for students who need extra help in math.

Conversation

I heard you signed up for some remedial classes this semester.

Yeah, I really need to improve my math skills before the finals.

That sounds like a good idea; I did the same for my reading last year.

It helped a lot, so I'm hoping the remedial classes will work for me too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Remedial → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "mederi" (meaning to heal). The word "remedial" refers to something that is intended to heal or correct a problem, often in an educational context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'healing again' — 're-' means again, and 'mederi' means to heal. This helps you remember that 'remedial' refers to actions taken to heal or correct.

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