remedial

[ ri-mee-dee-uhl ]

adjective

1. affording remedy; tending to remedy something.
2. intended to correct or improve one's skill in a specified field:

   remedial math.

   Synonyms: corrective

remedial

/ rɪˈmiːdɪəl /

adjective

1. affording a remedy; curative
2. denoting or relating to special teaching, teaching methods, or material for backward and slow learners

   remedial education

Derived Forms

• reˈmedially, adverb

Other Words From

• re·medi·al·ly adverb
• nonre·medi·al adjective
• nonre·medi·al·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of remedial¹

From the Late Latin word remediālis, dating back to 1645–55. See remedy, -al ¹

Example Sentences

Some students, armed with good grades, march off to college to find themselves in remedial classes because they haven’t learned enough to take college-level courses.

From Los Angeles Times

It found there had been "a substantial increase in remediation activity" since then, with 4,771 buildings taller than 11 metres being brought under the government's remedial works scheme as of August.

From BBC

Based on the reports, in 2016 a judge ordered a remedial plan that included ongoing inspections of the facilities and the threat of court intervention.

From Los Angeles Times

In response to the penalties, PwC said it had taken "a number of accountability and remedial actions", including the sacking of six partners and the launch of a process to fine responsible team leaders.

From BBC

It added that it would expect the landlord to work with the council to urgently carry out any necessary remedial works.

From BBC

Related Words

• corrective
• therapeutic