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correto, exato, verdadeiro, correto, apropriado
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Fazer algo certo ou livre de erro.
Exemplos
The mechanic corrected the engine's timing.
O mecânico corrigiu o tempo do motor.
Scientists consider the data correct after verification.
Os cientistas consideram os dados corretos após verificação.
She corrected him when he mispronounced the word.
Ela repreendeu-o quando ele pronunciou a palavra errado.
The coach corrected the player for his foul.
O treinador repreendeu o jogador por sua falta.
I need to correct the figures in the spreadsheet.
Preciso corrigir os números na planilha.
Palavras semelhantes
admonish
suitable
faithful
precisespot-on
fix
acceptable
true
scold
amendSignificados
Exemplos
The weather forecast was correct.
A previsão do tempo estava correta.
Her calculations turned out correct.
Os cálculos dela resultaram corretos.
The map shows the city correct.
O mapa mostra a cidade correta.
His answer was correct according to the test key.
A resposta dele estava correta de acordo com a chave de teste.
Scientists consider the data correct after verification.
Os cientistas consideram os dados corretos após verificação.
Palavras semelhantes
accurate
true
exact
right
precisefaithful
unerring
spot-on
Exemplos
He wore a correct uniform for the ceremony.
Ele usou um uniforme correto para a cerimônia.
She used the correct form of address when speaking to the judge.
Ela usou a forma de tratamento correta ao falar com o juiz.
The correct procedure was followed during the experiment.
O procedimento correto foi seguido durante o experimento.
Make sure the settings are correct before starting the machine.
Certifique-se de que as configurações estão corretas antes de iniciar a máquina.
The teacher praised his correct behavior in class.
O professor elogiou o comportamento correto dele na aula.
Palavras semelhantes
appropriateproper
suitable
right
fitting
acceptable
adequate
apt
Exemplos
She corrected the typo in the report.
Ela corrigiu o erro de digitação no relatório.
The mechanic corrected the engine's timing.
O mecânico corrigiu o tempo do motor.
He corrected his posture after the doctor’s advice.
Ele corrigiu a postura após o conselho do médico.
They corrected the mistake before publishing the article.
Eles corrigiram o erro antes de publicar o artigo.
I need to correct the figures in the spreadsheet.
Preciso corrigir os números na planilha.
Exemplos
The coach corrected the player for his foul.
O treinador repreendeu o jogador por sua falta.
She corrected him when he mispronounced the word.
Ela repreendeu-o quando ele pronunciou a palavra errado.
The manager corrected the staff about the new policy.
O gerente repreendeu a equipe sobre a nova política.
He was corrected by his peers for the oversight.
Ele foi repreendido pelos colegas pela falha.
The teacher corrected the student’s misunderstanding.
O professor repreendeu o mal-entendido do aluno.
Palavras semelhantes
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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