amend (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈmɛnd/

Definition

To make changes to a text, document, or law in order to improve it, correct it, or update it.

Examples

• We need to amend the contract to reflect the new agreement.

• The committee voted to amend the proposal.

• He asked the speaker to amend his statement.

How to Use amend

amend to (prepositional phrase)

To make changes to a text, document, or law in order to add or include something specific. — "They decided to amend the report to include the latest findings."

Synonyms of amend

Words with a similar meaning to amend:

• change
• alter
• revise
• modify

Antonyms of amend

Words with the opposite meaning to amend:

• corrupt
• violate

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