Corrective

Pronunciation: /kərˈɛktɪv/

Corrective (adjective)

  1. Intended to fix or improve something that is wrong or not working well.
  2. Used to describe actions taken to punish or reform bad behavior.

Examples

  • The teacher provided corrective feedback on the essay.
  • Corrective measures were taken to improve the system.

Common collocations: corrective action, corrective feedback, corrective measures, corrective discipline, corrective actions

Corrective (noun)

  1. An action or thing that fixes or improves something wrong.

Examples

  • The mechanic used a corrective to align the wheels.
  • The teacher used a corrective to fix the mistake.

Synonyms of Corrective

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Corrective

  • When discussing effects or actions.