remediation

noun

re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmē-dē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce remediation (audio)
: the act or process of remedying
remediation of reading problems

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The offending text directed any AI system reviewing the document to ensure textual outputs agreed with the plaintiff’s arguments, ignored prior denials from the court, and ensured that remediation would follow as the plaintiff desired. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 14 Aug. 2026 While remediation work and soil cleanup will continue at the property into the foreseeable future, both CCA and MRCA are working together to get the public access components lined up for when MRCA takes operational control of the land. — Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2026 Transparentem called on suppliers and buyers to agree in advance on how future remediation will be funded, including through collective funds or insurance programs. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026 Flood remediation also can bring people into contact with lead paint and asbestos. — Lorraine Boissoneault, STAT, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for remediation

Word History

First Known Use

1818, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of remediation was in 1818

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“Remediation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remediation. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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remediation

noun
re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmēd-ē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce remediation (audio)
: the act or process of remedying
remediation of reading problems

Medical Definition

remediation

noun
re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmēd-ē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce remediation (audio)
: the act or process of remedying
remediation of learning disabilities

Legal Definition

remediation

noun
re·​me·​di·​a·​tion ri-ˌmē-dē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce remediation (audio)
1
: the act or process of remedying
2
: the act or process of remediating
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