correct

• 表示没有错误、符合事实或标准，也可指行为恰当、合乎规范。

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.

   正确的

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

   同义词accurateerrorlessexactfaultlessflawlesspreciserightsoundtruevalid

   反义词erroneousfalsefaultyinaccurateincorrectinvalidmistakenwrong

2. Proper or appropriateA2formal

   Suitable or right for a particular situation or purpose.

   正确的

   • 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.

   同义词appositeappropriateaptfelicitousfittingproperrightseemlysuitable

   反义词improperinappropriateunsuitablewrong

• 动词，表示改正、修改某事物，使其正确、准确或没有错误。

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.

   改正

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

   同义词amendemendfixrectifyredressremedyrepairreviseright

   反义词damagemarruinspoilworsen

2. Adjust or set rightB1formal

   To adjust something to a proper or desired state.

   纠正

   • 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.

   同义词adjustamendfixput rightrectifyremedyrepairresolveright

   反义词damageruinspoilworsen

3. Punish or reprimandB2formal

   To discipline someone for a mistake or wrongdoing.

   惩罚或训斥

   • 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.

   同义词admonishcastigatechastenchastisedisciplinepunishrebukereprimand