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MELIORATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Melioration.

Melioration - as a noun

The act of relieving ills and changing for the better

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amelioration14betterment14

A condition superior to an earlier condition

Example: "The new school represents a great improvement"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
improvement20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
condition12status6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The linguistic process in which over a period of time a word grows more positive in connotation or more elevated in meaning

Example Sentences

"The manager implemented changes in the workplace for the melioration of employee satisfaction."
"The government announced a new policy for the melioration of public transportation."
"The organization focused on the melioration of educational opportunities for underprivileged children."
"The company invested in research and development for the melioration of their products."
"She dedicated her life to the melioration of social justice in her community."
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Word Game Points

Is MELIORATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, melioration is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MELIORATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is MELIORATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, melioration is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MELIORATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is MELIORATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, melioration is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MELIORATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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