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• Beschreibt etwas, das keine Fehler enthält, wahr ist oder mit den Tatsachen oder einem Standard übereinstimmt.

Describes something that is free from error, true, or in accordance with fact or a standard.

1. Free from errorA1formal

   In accordance with fact, truth, or a standard; accurate.

   Richtig

   • Your answer is correct.
   • She gave the correct spelling of the word.
   • The correct time is 3:15 PM.

   Synonymeaccurateerrorlessexactfaultlessflawlesspreciserightsoundtruevalid

   Antonymeerroneousfalsefaultyinaccurateincorrectinvalidmistakenwrong

2. Proper or appropriateA2formal

   Suitable or right for a particular situation or purpose.

   Richtig

   • It is not correct to speak with your mouth full.
   • Wearing a suit is correct attire for the interview.
   • The correct procedure is to submit the form online.

   Synonymeappositeappropriateaptfelicitousfittingproperrightseemlysuitable

   Antonymeimproperinappropriateunsuitablewrong

• Verb, das die Handlung bezeichnet, etwas zu berichtigen, richtig, genau oder fehlerfrei zu machen. Es kann auch bedeuten, jemanden zu korrigieren oder einen Irrtum zu beheben.

A verb used to indicate the act of making something right, accurate, or free from errors.

1. Fix errorsA2formal

   To make something right or accurate by removing mistakes.

   Korrigieren

   • The teacher corrected the student's grammar mistakes.
   • Please correct the spelling errors in this document.
   • He corrected the date on the invitation.

   Synonymeamendemendfixrectifyredressremedyrepairreviseright

   Antonymedamagemarruinspoilworsen

2. Adjust or set rightB1formal

   To adjust something to a proper or desired state.

   Korrigieren

   • She corrected her posture while sitting at the desk.
   • The technician corrected the calibration of the machine.
   • He corrected the course of the ship to avoid the storm.

   Synonymeadjustamendfixput rightrectifyremedyrepairresolveright

   Antonymedamageruinspoilworsen

3. Punish or reprimandB2formal

   To discipline someone for a mistake or wrongdoing.

   Bestrafen oder rügen

   • The manager corrected the employee for being late repeatedly.
   • Parents often correct their children's behavior gently.
   • He was corrected by the coach for not following the rules.

   Synonymeadmonishcastigatechastenchastisedisciplinepunishrebukereprimand