Synonyms of correction

correction

noun

kə-ˈrek-shən 

1

as in amendment

a change designed to correct or improve a written work

the copy editor's corrections were marked in red

Synonyms & Similar Words

• amendment
• alteration
• modification
• emendation
• adjustment
• improvement
• revision
• deletion
• addition
• amplification
• clarification
• explanation
• supplement
• cut
• renovation
• explication

2

as in punishment

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

received a severe correction after the third offense

Synonyms & Similar Words

• punishment
• penalty
• wrath
• chastisement
• discipline
• sentence
• castigation
• comeuppance
• condemnation
• assessment
• desert(s)
• retribution
• nemesis
• fine
• example
• retaliation
• criticism
• reprimand
• vengeance
• revenge
• reprisal
• reproof
• rebuke
• imprisonment
• confinement
• charge
• incarceration
• censure
• damnation
• denouncement
• mulct

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• pardon
• parole
• indemnity
• exemption
• amnesty
• vindication
• exoneration
• acquittal
• immunity
• release
• impunity
• exculpation
• forgiveness
• commutation
• absolution
• remission
• disregard
• reprieve
• condonation
• remitment
• overlooking

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of correction

What that means is that spacecraft at the unstable points—L1, L2 and the third Lagrange point (L3)—need regular course corrections to keep them from drifting off into space. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2026

The correction doesn’t mention his work with kratom industry lobbyists. — Anjeanette Damon, ProPublica, 1 Sep. 2026

The company's residential HVAC sales in the Americas grew 9% in the second quarter after a long inventory correction, while industry demand remains well below recent levels. — Jenny Van Leeuwen Harrington, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026

Election officials can help determine why your registration was placed on the suspense list and whether your information needs correction. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026