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

Without a course correction, this exodus will drain the state’s economic vitality. — Wayne Winegarden, Oc Register, 9 July 2026

Consumers can also request corrections to inaccurate personal data and ask for meaningful human review. — Stefani Langehennig, The Conversation, 9 July 2026

Experts can switch to S-Log3 for a flat, neutral starting point that supports creative color correction and performs well in high-contrast scenes with both bright highlights and dark shadows. — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 9 July 2026

Monday apprehended Banuelos at a residence in Tijuana without incident, said state corrections officials in a statement Monday afternoon. — Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026