rectify

Meaning

To correct mistakes or make something right.

To correct a mistake or error

to correct or make something right

Example Sentences

The company took steps to rectify its financial mistakes.

The company took steps to rectify the error.

The manager promised to rectify the mistake immediately.

Example Expressions

rectify an error

Synonyms

correct, amend, fix, resolve, adjust

Entry 1

correct, amend, fix

Entry 2

correct, amend, fix

Entry 3

correct, fix, amend, resolve, adjust

Antonyms

worsen, corrupt, damage, exacerbate, spoil

Entry 1

worsen, corrupt, damage

Entry 2

worsen, damage, exacerbate

Entry 3

damage, worsen, spoil

Collocations

rectify mistakes, rectify the situation, rectify the problem