rectify

verb
UK: /ˈrektɪfaɪ/
US: /ˈrektɪfaɪ/

  1. To correct something that is wrong.

    1. I need to rectify this mistake right away before anything bad happen.
    2. The manager promised to rectify the problem, but the service is still bad.

  2. To improve something by removing its bad qualities.

    1. We will rectify this situation immediately, I promise you.
    2. The company tried to rectify its image after the scandal by investing in local charities.

Synonyms

amend resolve remedy improve correct

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "rectify" in English means: To correct something that is wrong., To improve something by removing its bad qualities..

The phonetic transcription of "rectify" is /ˈrektɪfaɪ/ in British English and /ˈrektɪfaɪ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "rectify": amend, resolve, remedy, improve, correct.

Example usage of "rectify": "I need to rectify this mistake right away before anything bad happen.". More examples on the page.