amelioratory

adjective

as in supportive

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amelioratory
  1. supportive
  2. constructive
  3. ameliorative
  4. lucrative
  5. gainful
  6. desirable
  7. remunerative
  8. healthful
Adjective
  • According to Alex, Walliams could be kind, encouraging, and supportive of her comedy ambitions, but also curt and cold.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Raman got almost no supportive outside spending in the primary, while millions of dollars were spent opposing her.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of supportive
Adjective
  • Promoting Stephen Miller to chief of staff was an act of defiance not only to the newly-ascendant Democrats but to Republicans in Congress who need to somehow build a constructive record for themselves and their party before 2028.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026
  • It's supposed to be a sweeping and constructive process, akin to holding up a mirror to governments to improve their human rights policies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of constructive
Adjective
  • To Karp’s credit, his interviewers struck an ameliorative tone.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 1 July 2026
Definition of ameliorative
Adjective
  • Suzuki is expected to receive a lucrative contract as one of the top hitters on the market.
    — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Reports from other African countries said many were enticed with promises of lucrative jobs and generous benefits through false advertising on social media platforms.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of lucrative
Adjective
  • But gainful employment and truly gainful employment — that is, with more pay and status — are two different things.
    — Joel Mathis, TheWeek, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The move by the shop owner launched a flurry of online discourse about the tripod-wielding gaggle of usually young, almost always female influencers who parade their phones around in the hopes of building, or nurturing, a gainful following.
    — Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of gainful
Adjective
  • The neighborhood Karen remains Nairobi's most desirable suburb, a mix of posh residential properties, schools, embassies, country clubs, and golf courses.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Solid Wood Furniture There’s nothing like solid wood furniture, and it can always be refinished if the condition is less than desirable.
    — Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of desirable
Adjective
  • McGuane had remunerative dalliances with ’70s Hollywood, selling screenplays and hobnobbing with the inebriate tranche of the A-list.
    — Ryan Chapman, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2026
  • These findings meaningfully raise the odds of either a massive settlement and licensing deal or, failing that, a Times victory at trial that would be catastrophic for the defendants and enormously remunerative for the plaintiff.
    — Michael Khouw, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of remunerative
Adjective
  • This is not a medical spa and therefore there is no nutrition concept, but healthful snacks like fruit grown on property and nuts are available in the changing spaces, hydrotherapy zone and the relaxation rooms.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • As more people choose to stay in their homes longer, homeowners are looking for ways to create spaces that support and enhance healthful living with longevity in mind.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of healthful
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“Amelioratory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amelioratory. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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