rectify
Translation
to correct, to put right, to amend
Examples
Please rectify the mistake in the report.
Please correct the mistake in the report.
The situation was rectified by the manager.
The situation was rectified by the manager.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to correct (sth.) Please rectify the mistake in the report.
Similar Words
Synonyms: correct, amend, fix, resolve; Antonyms: worsen, damage
Etymology
From Latin 'rectus' (right) + 'facere' (to make). Literally 'to make right'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'making something correct'. The 'rect-' part means 'right', as in 'correct' or 'rectangle' (right angle).