Thesaurus
correct
verb
Synonyms and Antonyms of CORRECT
1
to remove errors, defects, deficiencies, or deviations from <more time will be needed to correct the computer program>
2
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective <hopefully the young entrepreneur's professionalism will serve to correct his partner's extreme enthusiasm in the eyes of investors>
Synonyms annul, cancel (out), compensate (for), correct, counteract, counterbalance, counterpoise, make up (for), negative, neutralize
3
to inflict a penalty on for a fault or crime <an insensitive boss who liked to correct subordinates in front of their colleagues>
Related Words assess, charge, dock, fine, impose, levy, mulct; convict, sentence; condemn, damn, denounce; criticize, keelhaul, rebuke, reprimand, reprove; wreak
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