AMELIORATE
/əˈmiːli.əɹeɪt/
10 letters · 4 syllables · verb
Definition of AMELIORATE
To make better, or improve, something perceived to be in a negative condition.
"They offered some compromises in an effort to ameliorate the situation."
To become better; improve.
Examples of AMELIORATE in a Sentence
- "They offered some compromises in an effort to ameliorate the situation."
Word Details
Is AMELIORATE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, AMELIORATE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: AMELIORATE uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for AMELIORATE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | m | e | l | i | o | r | a | t | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in AMELIORATE
100 words from the letters in AMELIORATE
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How to Use AMELIORATE in Word Games
AMELIORATE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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