correct

adjective

1
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
the correct answer
the correct version
2
correct in opinion or judgment
time proved him right
3
socially right or correct
it isn't right to leave the party without saying goodbye
correct behavior
4
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
what's the right word for this?
the right way to open oysters

1
treat a defect
The new contact lenses will correct for his myopia
2
make right or correct
Correct the mistakes
rectify the calculation
3
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Adjust the clock, please
correct the alignment of the front wheels
4
censure severely
She chastised him for his insensitive remarks
5
go down in value
the stock market corrected
prices slumped
6
make reparations or amends for
right a wrongs done to the victims of the Holocaust
7
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
The teacher disciplined the pupils rather frequently
8
adjust for
engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance

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