remediation

noun

re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmē-dē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce remediation (audio)
: the act or process of remedying
remediation of reading problems

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Firms carrying an unresolved order should expect the charter conversation to begin with remediation evidence rather than a business plan. — Aj Dhaliwal, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Bonta said that pending approval by the Legislature and governor, the settlement will be earmarked for purposes related to the prevention or remediation of mental health or other harms to young Californians associated with social media use. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026 The cost of the remediation work was not available as of press time. — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026 While strong, permeating odors may need more intensive remediation, vinegar can still refresh the space. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for remediation

Word History

First Known Use

1818, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of remediation was in 1818

Rhymes for remediation

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“Remediation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remediation. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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remediation

noun
re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmēd-ē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce remediation (audio)
: the act or process of remedying
remediation of reading problems

Medical Definition

remediation

noun
re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmēd-ē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce remediation (audio)
: the act or process of remedying
remediation of learning disabilities

Legal Definition

remediation

noun
re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmē-dē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce remediation (audio)
1
: the act or process of remedying
2
: the act or process of remediating
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