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To make something right or free from error.
Examples
The coach corrected the player for his foul.
The weather forecast was correct.
The correct procedure was followed during the experiment.
Scientists consider the data correct after verification.
He wore a correct uniform for the ceremony.
Similar words
adequate
unerring
spot-on
proper
lecture
apt
true
edit
exact
fix
Meanings
Examples
The weather forecast was correct.
Her calculations turned out correct.
The map shows the city correct.
His answer was correct according to the test key.
Scientists consider the data correct after verification.
Similar words
accurate
true
exact
right
precisefaithful
unerring
spot-on
Examples
He wore a correct uniform for the ceremony.
She used the correct form of address when speaking to the judge.
The correct procedure was followed during the experiment.
Make sure the settings are correct before starting the machine.
The teacher praised his correct behavior in class.
Similar words
appropriateproper
suitable
right
fitting
acceptable
adequate
apt
Examples
She corrected the typo in the report.
The mechanic corrected the engine's timing.
He corrected his posture after the doctor’s advice.
They corrected the mistake before publishing the article.
I need to correct the figures in the spreadsheet.
Examples
The coach corrected the player for his foul.
She corrected him when he mispronounced the word.
The manager corrected the staff about the new policy.
He was corrected by his peers for the oversight.
The teacher corrected the student’s misunderstanding.
Similar words
reprimand
scold
chide
admonish
reprove
censure
rebuke
lecture
FAQ
It means to make something right or free from error.
How is correct used as an adjective meaning accurate?
As an adjective, correct means accurate or true, agreeing with facts or what is generally accepted.
When is correct used to mean proper or appropriate?
It can also mean proper or appropriate, conforming to a rule, standard, or expectation.
What is the verb sense of correct that means to fix something?
As a verb, correct means to change something so that it is accurate or meets a standard.
What does it mean to correct someone in a social context?
It means to tell someone they are wrong or to discipline them for an error.
What are some synonyms for correct when it means accurate?
Synonyms include accurate, true, exact, right, precise, faithful, unerring, spot-on.
What are some synonyms for correct when it means appropriate?
Synonyms include appropriate, proper, suitable, right, fitting, acceptable, adequate, apt.
What are some synonyms for correct as a verb meaning to fix?
Synonyms include fix, amend, rectify, adjust, repair, revise, edit, remedy.
What are some synonyms for correct as a verb meaning to rebuke?
Synonyms include reprimand, scold, chide, admonish, reprove, censure, rebuke, lecture.
How do you choose between the adjective and verb forms of correct?
Use the adjective when describing something that is accurate or proper, and the verb when you need to fix an error or rebuke someone.
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