amend
word
Definition
To make changes to something, especially to correct or improve a document, law, or statement.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal and legal contexts (e.g., 'amend a law'). Common collocations: 'amend the constitution,' 'amend a contract.' Often confused with 'edit' (more general) and 'revise' (more academic/documents).
Spanish: enmendar - modificar (leyes, textos)Portuguese (BR): emendar - modificar (leis, textos)Portuguese (PT): emendar - alterar (leis, textos)Chinese (Simplified): 修正 - 修改 (法律，文本)Chinese (Traditional): 修正 - 修改 (法律，文本)Hindi: संशोधित करनाArabic: تعديل - تصحيح (القوانين أو النصوص)
Example Sentences
The government wants to amend the tax law.
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You can amend this document before signing it.
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The committee decided to amend the rules.
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After feedback, the author chose to amend several chapters.
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We need to amend our proposal if we want the board to approve it.
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Mistakes happen—just amend your answers and submit again.
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