corrective
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of corrective
1525–35; (< Anglo-French ) < Medieval Latin corrēctīvus. See correct, -ive
Example Sentences
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Maintaining the existing communication risks suppressing interest rates when inflation starts to rise and more volatile outcomes for financial markets if more aggressive corrective signaling is needed.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026
Much of the sector "needs not just a sticking plaster but urgent corrective action", the report said.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
"Tourism is an important industry. We must take corrective action against any malpractice."
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
The department is seeking a court order that would rule the district’s alleged noncompliance is illegal and compel the district to make the corrective changes.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
On his left foot he wore a corrective shoe and he walked with a slight limp.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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