1. A Flashcards

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What is the meaning of the word ‘ameliorate’?

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To make something better or improve.

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True or False: ‘Ameliorate’ is a synonym of ‘enhance’.

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True

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Fill in the blank: A synonym for ‘ameliorate’ is ______.

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improve

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Which of the following is an antonym of ‘ameliorate’? A) Upgrade B) Deteriorate C) Enhance

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B) Deteriorate

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5
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Name one synonym of ‘ameliorate’.

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Better

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True or False: ‘Ameliorate’ and ‘alleviate’ can be used interchangeably.

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False

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What is an antonym of ‘ameliorate’?

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Worsen

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Multiple Choice: Which word means the opposite of ‘ameliorate’? A) Enhance B) Aggravate C) Improve

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B) Aggravate

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Fill in the blank: To ameliorate a situation means to ______ it.

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improve

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True or False: ‘Ameliorate’ is often used in the context of social issues.

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True

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Identify a synonym of ‘ameliorate’ that starts with ‘a’.

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Amend

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What is the opposite of ‘ameliorate’ in terms of emotional state?

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Aggravate

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Choose the correct synonym: Ameliorate means to _____. A) Deteriorate B) Improve C) Neglect

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B) Improve

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Fill in the blank: The government aims to __________ the living conditions of its citizens.

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ameliorate

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True or False: ‘Ameliorate’ can be used to describe both physical and emotional improvements.

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True

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16
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Which of the following is NOT a synonym of ‘ameliorate’? A) Enhance B) Worsen C) Upgrade

17
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Name a word that can be used as an antonym for ‘ameliorate’ in a medical context.

A

Deteriorate

18
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What does it mean to ‘ameliorate’ a problem?

A

To make the problem better or less severe.

19
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True or False: ‘Ameliorate’ is derived from Latin.

20
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Fill in the blank: To ameliorate the effects of pollution, we must _______ our practices.

21
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Multiple Choice: Which word is a synonym of ‘ameliorate’? A) Deteriorate B) Mitigate C) Exacerbate

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B) Mitigate

22
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What is a common context in which the word ‘ameliorate’ is used?

A

Social or economic issues.

23
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True or False: ‘Ameliorate’ can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

24
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Identify a synonym for ‘ameliorate’ that implies gradual improvement.

25
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What is an antonym of ‘ameliorate’ that suggests an increase in severity?

26
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Fill in the blank: The new policies aim to __________ the education system.

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ameliorate