corrective
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
noun
Other Word Forms
- correctively adverb
- noncorrective adjective
- noncorrectively adverb
- uncorrective adjective
Etymology
Origin of corrective
1525–35; (< Anglo-French ) < Medieval Latin corrēctīvus. See correct, -ive
Example Sentences
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The Social Security Administration said it is taking corrective action as appropriate to address the problems.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
“A confirmed break below support opens downside potential toward the $4,400 level and deeper corrective territory.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
The touring landscape for theatre, music, dance and opera is "in crisis" in England and much of the sector needs "urgent corrective action if it is to survive", a major report has concluded.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
Many corrective phases unfold gradually, over time rather than immediately in price.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
At 0142, on pilot’s orders, the Corona made its corrective dogleg while the navigator fixed twice more on the sounding board.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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