Correction

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /kəˈrekʃən/

Definitions of correction

noun a change made to rectify an error or mistake

Example Sentences

A1 I made a correction to my spelling mistake.

A2 The teacher provided some helpful corrections on my essay.

B1 After receiving feedback, I made some corrections to my presentation.

B2 The editor suggested several corrections to improve the clarity of the article.

C1 The software automatically detects and suggests corrections for grammar errors.

C2 The expert made some minor corrections to the research paper before publication.

verb to make a change to rectify an error or mistake

Example Sentences

A1 I need to correction my spelling mistakes.

A2 She corrections her pronunciation by listening to native speakers.

B1 The teacher corrections the students' grammar errors during class.

B2 He corrections his essay before submitting it for grading.

C1 The editor corrections the manuscript for publication.

C2 The language expert corrections the translations for accuracy.

Examples of correction in a Sentence

formal The professor provided detailed feedback for each student's paper, including suggestions for correction.

informal I made a correction to the spelling error in your email before sending it out.

slang I had to do a quick correction on my makeup before heading out the door.

figurative Sometimes a small correction in attitude can make a big difference in how others perceive you.

Grammatical Forms of correction

past tense

corrected

plural

corrections

comparative

more correct

superlative

most correct

present tense

corrects

future tense

will correct

perfect tense

have corrected

continuous tense

is correcting

singular

correction

positive degree

correct

infinitive

to correct

gerund

correcting

participle

corrected

Origin and Evolution of correction

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'correction' originated from the Latin word 'corrigere', which means to make right, to set straight, or to reform.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'correction' has evolved to not only mean the act of making something right or setting something straight, but also to refer to punishment or discipline given to correct behavior or mistakes.