remedial
/ɹɪˈmiːdɪəl/
Group 5Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Giving or intended as a remedy or cure; provided for students below average level GRE
Example in Context
The government announced a remedial program to address the educational gaps exposed by the pandemic's disruption of schooling.
Synonyms
correctivehealingrestorative
Etymology
Intended to cure or improve — a remedy for those struggling.
- remedium (Latin) — cure
Memory Aid
💊Sounds like “remedy-all”
A giant pill labeled REMEDY-ALL that promises to fix everything, even your terrible math skills!
Visual Association
📚A classroom filled with students, all holding oversized textbooks, desperately trying to 'cure' their confusion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “remedial” mean on the GRE?
remedial (adjective) means “Giving or intended as a remedy or cure; provided for students below average level”. The government announced a remedial program to address the educational gaps exposed by the pandemic's disruption of schooling.
How to remember “remedial” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “remedial” sounds like “remedy-all”. A giant pill labeled REMEDY-ALL that promises to fix everything, even your terrible math skills!
What are synonyms for “remedial”?
Common synonyms: corrective, healing, restorative.