Part of Speech: verb
Definition: to make minor changes or corrections to a document, agreement, or law in order to improve it or make it more accurate
Pronunciations: US: /əˈmɛnd/; UK: /əˈmɛnd/
Origin and Usage: The word "amend" comes from the Latin word "emendare", which means "to free from faults, correct". It was first used in the 14th century. "Amend" is commonly used in legal and political contexts, such as when making changes to a bill or treaty.
Synonyms: revise, edit, correct, modify, improve, update, alter
Related Words: amend, named, denim, menad, admen
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