correction | Definition of correction

Synonyms and Antonyms of correction

1 a change designed to correct or improve a written work

the copy editor's corrections were marked in red

Synonyms of correction

amendment, emendation

Words Related to correction

addition, amplification, supplement

adjustment, alteration, modification, revision

improvement, renovation

clarification, explanation, explication

2 suffering, loss, or hardship imposed in response to a crime or offense

received a severe correction after the third offense

Synonyms of correction

castigation, chastisement, comeuppance, desert(s), discipline, nemesis, penalty, punishment, wrath

Words Related to correction

reprisal, retaliation, retribution, revenge, vengeance

assessment, charge, fine, mulct

example, sentence

confinement, imprisonment, incarceration

condemnation, damnation, denouncement

censure, criticism, rebuke, reprimand, reproof

Near Antonyms of correction

amnesty, indemnity, pardon, parole

acquittal, exculpation, exoneration, vindication

exemption, immunity, impunity

commutation, reprieve

absolution, forgiveness, remission, remitment

condonation, disregard, overlooking