corrective
adjective
cor·rec·tive
kə-ˈrek-tiv 
: intended to correct
corrective lenses
corrective punishment
corrective
noun
correctively
adverb
Examples of corrective in a Sentence
She had corrective surgery on her knee this past summer.
People with bad eyesight usually need to wear corrective lenses, such as eyeglasses or contact lenses.
Recent Examples on the Web
The 1,4-dioxane also has infiltrated the western portion of Seminole County’s public water system, although county leaders to date have been mostly mute about the dangers and the need for corrective action.
—
Kevin Spear, Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
Sonya Massey case:DOJ and Illinois sheriff agree to policing upgrades after 2024 killing
City of Hanceville vows to 'implement necessary corrective actions'
Crocker added that Hanceville officials, including Sawyer and the city council, have pledged their full cooperation in the investigation.
—Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025
If corrective actions are not implemented promptly, the IRS may face not only operational disruptions but also a loss of credibility that could have long-term implications for federal tax policy and administration.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
In a worst-case scenario, this advocate can then help communicate to their broader customers what is happening and how the organization is addressing the issue and taking corrective action.
—Harini Gokul, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for corrective
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Kevin Spear, Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
Sonya Massey case:DOJ and Illinois sheriff agree to policing upgrades after 2024 killing
City of Hanceville vows to 'implement necessary corrective actions'
Crocker added that Hanceville officials, including Sawyer and the city council, have pledged their full cooperation in the investigation.
—Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025
If corrective actions are not implemented promptly, the IRS may face not only operational disruptions but also a loss of credibility that could have long-term implications for federal tax policy and administration.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
In a worst-case scenario, this advocate can then help communicate to their broader customers what is happening and how the organization is addressing the issue and taking corrective action.
—Harini Gokul, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for corrective
Cite this Entry
“Corrective.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corrective. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
corrective
adjective
cor·rec·tive
kə-ˈrek-tiv
: serving to correct : having the power of making right, normal, or regular
corrective lenses
corrective action
corrective
noun
Medical Definition
corrective
1 of 2 adjective
cor·rec·tive
kə-ˈrek-tiv
: intended to correct
corrective lenses
corrective surgery
correctively
adverb
corrective
2 of 2 noun
: a medication that removes undesirable or unpleasant side effects of other medication
phenobarbital acts as a corrective in overcoming the insomnia produced by ephedrine
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share