ameliorates

verb

present tense third-person singular of ameliorate
as in improves
to make better social legislation that must be given credit for ameliorating the lot of millions of deprived people

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  1. improves
  2. enhances
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  • This reduces dependence on satellite navigation, improves resistance to electronic warfare, and enables attacks against discrete or moving targets such as ships, trains, and vehicles.
    — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Strengthening the core improves balance and stability, which supports movement and physical performance, experts say.
    — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of improves
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  • That salt enhances and changes the overall flavor experience.
    — Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Giving deputies immediate access to behavioral health resources improves outcomes, enhances safety and connects people with long-term support instead of unnecessary incarceration.
    — Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of enhances
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