correction
/kəˈrekʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #5381 in the learning path
改正；修正
Definitions
n. A change that fixes an error, or the act of fixing it.
改正；修正
Example
I made a correction before sending the email.
我在发送邮件前改正了一处错误。
Timely correction of factual errors helps news organizations maintain public trust and prevent misinformation from spreading.
及时纠正事实错误有助于新闻机构维持公众信任，并防止错误信息传播。
Collocations
- make a correction
- error correction
- minor correction
- correction of errors
Word family
- correct (v.)
- correct (adj.)
- correctly (adv.)
- corrective (adj.)
Synonyms
- rectification
- amendment
Usage tip
具体一处修改可数；泛指纠正过程时常不可数。
FAQ
- What does correction mean?
- A change that fixes an error, or the act of fixing it.
- How is correction pronounced?
- UK /kəˈrekʃən/, US /kəˈrekʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
