correct

• Describe algo que no contiene errores, es verdadero o se ajusta a los hechos o a un estándar.

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.

   correcto (libre de error)

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

   Sinónimosaccurateerrorlessexactfaultlessflawlesspreciserightsoundtruevalid

   Antónimoserroneousfalsefaultyinaccurateincorrectinvalidmistakenwrong

2. Proper or appropriateA2formal

   Suitable or right for a particular situation or purpose.

   apropiado o adecuado

   • 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.

   Sinónimosappositeappropriateaptfelicitousfittingproperrightseemlysuitable

   Antónimosimproperinappropriateunsuitablewrong

• Verbo que se usa para indicar la acción de enmendar algo, haciéndolo correcto, exacto o libre de errores, ya sea un texto, una conducta, un examen o un cálculo.

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.

   corregir errores

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

   Sinónimosamendemendfixrectifyredressremedyrepairreviseright

   Antónimosdamagemarruinspoilworsen

2. Adjust or set rightB1formal

   To adjust something to a proper or desired state.

   corregir, ajustar

   • 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.

   Sinónimosadjustamendfixput rightrectifyremedyrepairresolveright

   Antónimosdamageruinspoilworsen

3. Punish or reprimandB2formal

   To discipline someone for a mistake or wrongdoing.

   Corregir, castigar o reprender

   • 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.

   Sinónimosadmonishcastigatechastenchastisedisciplinepunishrebukereprimand