Amend

Definition

Amend means to make changes to a document, statement, or system, typically to improve, correct, or clarify it. It is commonly used in legal, legislative, and formal contexts.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈmɛnd/
• Respelling: uh-MEND

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈmɛnd/
• Respelling: uh-MEND

The pronunciation of "amend" is the same in both American and British English, with slight differences in accent.

Etymology

The word "amend" comes from the Middle English word "amenden," derived from the Old French "amender," meaning "to correct, improve." This term originated from the Latin "emendare," where "e-" means "out" and "mendare" means "to correct."

Derivatives

• Amendment (noun)
• Amender (noun)
• Amendable (adjective)
• Reamend (verb)
• Amending (verb)

Synonyms

• Modify
• Revise
• Alter

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The word "amend" is frequently used in legal, governmental, and procedural contexts. For example, "The committee decided to amend the proposal before submitting it for approval," or "The constitution was amended to include new rights."

Related Terms

• Reform: The improvement or change of a system or law.
• Correction: The process of making something free from errors.
• Revision: The act of reviewing or altering text, rules, or systems.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To alter, modify, or improve: Refers to making changes to improve a document, statement, or system.
  • Example: "They amended the law to include protections for all citizens."
• To formally correct or rectify: Refers to adjusting something to make it accurate or acceptable, often in an official context.
  • Example: "The clerk amended the record to reflect the correct information."