intervention

noun C1

Meaning

Intervention refers to the act of intervening in a situation, particularly with the intent to alter an outcome or influence a process, often in contexts such as healthcare, social policy, or international relations, where it implies a deliberate and strat
💡 It is important to distinguish between intervention as a positive or negative action; while it can denote benevolent assistance, it may also carry connotations of intrusion or imposition, particularly in political contexts.

Example Sentences

The government announced a new intervention to improve public health .
The government announced a new intervention to stabilize the economy .
The intervention significantly improved the participants' cognitive performance in tests .
The manager's intervention helped resolve the conflict quickly .

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