to remedy

Examples

• All

• We are working to remedy the situation with new policies that will address the issues.

• We are working to remedy the situation.

  Strawberry Mansion (2021)

• So we are going to remedy that exact problem.

• I'll outline what you need to know and how you can remedy the situation to help achieve your best health.

• The program was begun in an attempt to remedy low test scores and discipline problems.

  Academic text (2008)

• Are there changes that you think we could make culturally that would remedy some of the symptoms that you're describing?

• The latest initiative aims to remedy the lack of resources in underfunded schools.

• To remedy the problem of poor communication, the team implemented regular updates.

Synonyms

C

to correct

vsto remedy

542 1.0

To make something right by fixing a mistake

is broader, covering fixes and solutions for general problems or situations

S

to solve problems

vsto remedy

532 2.7

To find solutions to difficult situations

often applies to managing many difficulties rather than a single fix

R

to resolve

vsto remedy

532 3.3

To find an answer to a problem and end a disagreement

focuses on solving or fixing problems, not only final settlement

A

to amend

vsto remedy

115 3.9

To make small changes to a document, for example a law or statement, to correct mistakes

is broader and applies to many problem types beyond formal text changes

F

to find a solution

vsto remedy

57 2.7

To think of a way to solve a problem

emphasizes fixing or providing solutions rather than the discovery act

R

to rectify

vsto remedy

47 6.0

To fix something that is wrong and make things right

is more general, covering many problems not only simple corrections

T

to treat

vsto remedy

38 3.2

To prepare or protect something by using a special process

focuses on correcting or providing solutions rather than only applying a process

R

to repair

vsto remedy

32 2.1

To try to make a damaged relationship or reputation better

covers general problem solutions, not only physical or personal restoration

R

to redress

vsto remedy

• Formal

14 7.7

To correct a wrong by giving money or taking action

is general correction for problems rather than focused on injustice compensation

A

to ameliorate

vsto remedy

11 8.1

To make a bad situation better

aims to correct or fully solve problems rather than simply improve them

R

to remediate

vsto remedy

• Specialized

4 6.9

To fix something that is wrong or not working well

is broader and less technical, not necessarily using formal methods

Antonyms

C

to complicate

136 4.1

To make something harder to understand or do

Compounds

G

go-to remedy

• Informal

1 3.7

A simple, trusted way to help with a problem

A

alexipharmic remedy

• Archaic

9.9

A medicine that stops poison or eases strong worry

How Effective

to eliminate

• NSFW

769 3.4

to overhaul

39 4.6

to remedy

51 3.9

to resolve

532 3.3

Surface Forms

Etymology