Correction

Definition

Correction refers to the act of rectifying, adjusting, or modifying something to remove errors or inaccuracies. It can also refer to the measures taken to improve or discipline behavior. In financial markets, it denotes a temporary decline in stock prices following a sustained rise.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kəˈrɛkʃən/
• Respelling: kuh-REK-shuhn

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kəˈrɛkʃən/
• Respelling: kuh-REK-shuhn

The pronunciation of "correction" is identical in both American and British English, with a slight variation in accents.

Etymology

The word "correction" is derived from the Latin word "correctio," from "corrigere," meaning "to make straight, set right." It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages, primarily used in the sense of improving or rectifying mistakes.

Derivatives

• Correct (verb)
• Corrective (adjective)
• Correctness (noun)
• Corrector (noun)
• Incorrect (adjective)

Synonyms

• Rectification
• Amendment
• Adjustment

Antonyms

• Error
• Mistake
• Fault

Usage

The word "correction" is often used in educational, technical, and financial contexts. For example, "The teacher made several corrections to the student's essay," or "The stock market experienced a correction after weeks of gains." It can also refer to behavioral reform, such as "He underwent correction for his misconduct."

Related Terms

• Amendment: A change or improvement made to a document or policy.
• Rectify: To put something right; correct an error.
• Discipline: The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, often involving punishment.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The act of making something right; fixing an error: Refers to rectifying or amending mistakes.
  • Example: "The manuscript required several corrections before it was published."
• A financial market decline after a rise: Refers to a reduction in the price of stocks or assets following a significant increase.
  • Example: "Investors are anticipating a market correction after months of growth."
• Measures taken to improve behavior: Refers to actions or processes to discipline or reform someone's behavior.
  • Example: "The juvenile center focuses on the correction of delinquent behavior."