C1adjectiveformaleducationhealth
US/kəˈrek.tɪv/
UK/kəˈrek.tɪv/
intended to fix a mistake or a bad situation
In context
The school took corrective action after the exam errors were found.
He needs corrective surgery to straighten his leg.
Teachers give corrective feedback so students can improve their writing.
Words that go with corrective
adjective + noun
- corrective actionThe company must take corrective action now.
- corrective measuresCorrective measures were introduced quickly.
- corrective surgeryThe child had corrective surgery on his eyes.
- corrective feedbackCorrective feedback helps language learners.
- corrective lensesDrivers who need corrective lenses must wear them.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a correct actionCorrect: a corrective action