rectify
10 synonyms and 5 antonyms for rectify, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To correct a mistake or fix a problem.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Antonyms
How to use rectify
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rectify a mistake
rectify the situation
rectify an error
Etymology
From Medieval Latin rectificare, "to make right," from Latin rectus ("straight, right").
Full origin of rectify →Frequently asked questions
What does “rectify” mean?
The word “rectify” means to correct a mistake or fix a problem. In plain terms, to fix or correct something that is wrong.
How do you pronounce “rectify”?
“Rectify” is pronounced REHK-tuh-feye (/ˈɹɛktəˌfaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “rectify” in a sentence?
Here is “rectify” used in a sentence: “The company promised to rectify the billing error immediately.”
What part of speech is “rectify”?
“Rectify” is a verb.
Where does the word “rectify” come from?
The word “rectify” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin rectificare, "to make right," from Latin rectus ("straight, right").
Is “rectify” a common word?
“Rectify” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “rectify” have?
“Rectify” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to correct a mistake or fix a problem.
