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View synonyms for remediate
remediate
[ ri-mee-dee-eyt ]
verb
, re·me·di·at·ed, re·me·di·at·ing.
- to remove or reduce (pollutants, harmful chemicals, etc.):
Water damage restoration experts mop up and dry out homes, remediate mold, decontaminate items, and repair damaged structures.
- to clean (air, soil, water, etc.) by removing or reducing pollutants, harmful chemicals, etc.:
It could cost up to $10 billion to remediate the remaining 6.2 million acres of land and waters damaged by the abandoned mines.
- to lessen the effect of; ameliorate:
The university's agreement to remediate harm shall be considered an act of compassion and empathy, not an admission of guilt.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of remediate1
Back formation from remediation ( def )
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