Synonyms for Remedial

Definition of remedial

adjective
  1. tending or intended to rectify or improve; "a remedial reading course"; "remedial education"
  2. tending to cure or restore to health; "curative powers of herbal remedies"; "her gentle healing hand"; "remedial surgery"; "a sanative environment of mountains and fresh air"; "a therapeutic agent"; "therapeutic diets"

7 synonyms found

Writing tips for "remedial"

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"Remedial" in song lyrics

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  • "writ remedial"
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