remedy meaning

remedy means 'a way to make something bad better or to solve a problem'.

remedy :

solution, fix

noun

▪ They found a remedy for the issue.

▪ They found a solution to the issue.

▪ The medicine is a good remedy.

▪ The medicine is a good solution.

paraphrasing

▪ solution – remedy

▪ cure – fix

▪ remedy – solution

remedy

remedy :

fix, solve

verb

▪ They need to remedy the problem.

▪ They need to fix the problem.

▪ He tried to remedy the situation.

▪ He tried to solve the situation.

paraphrasing

▪ rectify – remedy

▪ correct – fix

▪ remedy – solve

Pronunciation

remedy [ˈrɛmɪdi]

Both the noun and verb have the stress on the first syllable 'rem' and sound like 'rem-i-di'.

Common phrases and grammar about remedy

remedy - Common meaning

noun
solution, fix
verb
fix, solve

Part of Speech Changes for "remedy"

▪ remedial (adjective) – relating to a remedy or solution

▪ remediation (noun) – the act of remedying

▪ remediate (verb) – to correct or improve

▪ remedially (adverb) – in a remedial way



Common Expressions with "remedy"

▪ find a remedy – to look for a solution

▪ seek a remedy – to search for a cure

▪ natural remedy – a solution from nature

▪ effective remedy – a solution that works well



Important examples of remedy in TOEIC

Vocabulary examples from the TOEIC test

In TOEIC vocabulary questions, remedy is usually used to mean a solution or fix for a problem.

▪The manager found a remedy for the production delay.
▪The manager found a solution to fix the production delay.

Example of a confusing word: remand (to send back)

▪The manager found a remand for the production delay.
▪The manager decided to send back the production delay.
"Remedy" is a noun meaning "a solution" or "a means of counteracting or eliminating something undesirable," such as a problem or issue. It fits well in the sentence, indicating that the manager found a way to address the production delay. "Remand," however, is a verb meaning "to send back" or "return a case to a lower court." It is not used to describe finding solutions and does not fit the context of addressing a problem. Therefore, "remedy" is the correct choice.

Grammar examples from the TOEIC test

In TOEIC grammar questions, remedy is used as both a noun and a verb, and questions may ask to identify their correct usage.

▪Please provide a remedy for the issue.
▪Please solve the issue.

remedy

Idioms and fixed expressions in TOEIC

natural remedy

means 'a solution from nature' used in health contexts.

▪She prefers natural remedies for her cold.
▪She prefers natural solutions for her cold.

go without a remedy

means 'to manage without a solution'

▪They had to go without a remedy until help arrived.
▪They had to manage without a solution until help arrived.

Differences between similar words and remedy

remedy

,

solution

differences

remedy is usually used to correct a specific problem, while solution can be more general.

remedy
▪home remedy – means 'a solution using household items' used in health contexts.
▪He used a home remedy to treat his sore throat.
solution
▪immediate remedy – means 'a quick solution'
▪The situation requires an immediate remedy.

remedy

,

solution – remedy

differences

remedy is used to correct a specific problem, while cure is used to heal a disease or physical condition.

remedy
▪They used a remedy to fix the leak.
▪They found a remedy for the disease.
solution – remedy
▪They found a cure for the disease.
▪They found a remedy for the disease.

Words with the same origin as remedy

The origin of remedy

cure

Word structure

The word 'remedy' is composed of the prefix 're-' (again) and the root 'med' (care), meaning 'care again' or 'cure'.

Words with the same origin

She found a remedy for the leak.

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