CORRECTIVES Synonyms
There are 6 hypernyms of the word correctives. (close relations)
Definition of CORRECTIVES
Best Alternative Words for CORRECTIVES
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accommodations | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances • a settlement of differences • in the theories of Jean Piaget: the modification of internal representations in order to accommodate a changing knowledge of reality • living quarters provided for public convenience • the act of providing something (lodging or seat or food) to meet a need • (physiology) the automatic adjustment in focal length of the natural lens of the eye | ||||||||
adaptions | nounn | |||||||
noun • the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) | ||||||||
adjustments | nounn | |||||||
noun • making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances • the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) • the act of adjusting something to match a standard • the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) • an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances | ||||||||
alterations | nounn | |||||||
noun • an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another • the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) • the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification) | ||||||||
amendments | ||||||||
noun • the act of amending or correcting • a statement that is added to or revises or improves a proposal or document (a bill or constitution etc.) | ||||||||
changes | nounn | |||||||
noun • an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another • a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event • the action of changing something • the result of alteration or modification • the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due • a thing that is different • a different or fresh set of clothes • coins of small denomination regarded collectively • money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency • a difference that is usually pleasant verb • cause to change; make different; cause a transformation • undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature • become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence • lay aside, abandon, or leave for another • change clothes; put on different clothes • exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category • give to, and receive from, one another • change from one vehicle or transportation line to another • become deeper in tone • remove or replace the coverings of | ||||||||
emendations | nounn | |||||||
noun • a correction by emending; a correction resulting from critical editing | ||||||||
enhancements | nounn | |||||||
noun • an improvement that makes something more agreeable | ||||||||
fixes | verbv | |||||||
noun • informal terms for a difficult situation • something craved, especially an intravenous injection of a narcotic drug • the act of putting something in working order again • an exemption granted after influence (e.g., money) is brought to bear • a determination of the place where something is verb • restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken • cause to be firmly attached • decide upon or fix definitely • prepare for eating by applying heat • take vengeance on or get even • set or place definitely • kill, preserve, and harden (tissue) in order to prepare for microscopic study • make fixed, stable or stationary • make infertile • influence an event or its outcome by illegal means • put (something somewhere) firmly • make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc • to be about to do something | ||||||||
improvements | nounn | |||||||
noun • a change for the better; progress in development • the act of improving something • a condition superior to an earlier condition | ||||||||
modifications | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) • slightly modified copy; not an exact copy • the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase • an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another | ||||||||
rectifications | nounn | |||||||
noun • (chemistry) the process of refinement or purification of a substance by distillation • the conversion of alternating current to direct current • the act of offering an improvement to replace a mistake; setting right • determination of the length of a curve; finding a straight line equal in length to a given curve | ||||||||
refinements | nounn | |||||||
noun • a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality • the result of improving something • the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) • a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude • the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste | ||||||||
remedies | nounn | |||||||
noun • act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil • a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain verb • set straight or right • provide relief for | ||||||||
repairs | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the act of putting something in working order again • a formal way of referring to the condition of something • a frequently visited place verb • restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken • make amends for; pay compensation for • move, travel, or proceed toward some place • set straight or right • give new life or energy to | ||||||||
revisions | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification) • the act of rewriting something • something that has been written again | ||||||||
solutions | nounn | |||||||
noun • a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution • a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem • a method for solving a problem • the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation • the successful action of solving a problem | ||||||||
disciplinal | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • designed to promote discipline | ||||||||
disciplinary | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • relating to discipline in behavior • relating to a specific field of academic study adjective satellite • designed to promote discipline | ||||||||
restorative | adjectiveadj | |||||||
noun • a medicine that strengthens and invigorates • a device for treating injury or disease adjective satellite • tending to impart new life and vigor to • promoting recuperation |