remediation

noun

re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmē-dē-ˈā-shən 

: the act or process of remedying

remediation of reading problems

Examples of remediation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Act, which has been introduced to the Senate but not yet been enacted into law, seeks to establish a program for the active remediation of orbital debris as well as requiring the development of uniform orbital debris standard practices. — David Zamora, Space.com, 23 Oct. 2026

The delays included a five-year closing process, high interest rates, a lack of lender support and, finally, asbestos remediation. — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026

Over the weekend, extensive cleaning and pest remediation were completed. — Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Useful measures include remediation of critical exposures, control effectiveness, incident response, release failures and recurring delivery blockers. — Manny Khan, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1818, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for remediation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Kids Definition

remediation

noun

re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmēd-ē-ˈā-shən 

: the act or process of remedying

remediation of reading problems

Medical Definition

remediation

noun

re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmēd-ē-ˈā-shən 

: the act or process of remedying

remediation of learning disabilities

Legal Definition

remediation

noun

re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmē-dē-ˈā-shən 

1

: the act or process of remedying

2

: the act or process of remediating