Meaning & Definition of word "Revise"

Revise

/rɪˈvaɪz/

1. to go over (a text or other material) in order to correct or improve it.
- Example: I need to revise my essay before submitting it to the professor.
2. to change or alter something, often to improve it or make it more accurate.
- Example: The company decided to revise its policy on remote work.
3. to study again, especially to prepare for an examination.
- Example: She plans to revise for her finals over the weekend.
4. to reconsider and alter one's opinion or stance on a subject.
- Example: After hearing new evidence, he chose to revise his previous claims.

Latin 'revidere', meaning 'to see again'.

revise for an exam:

To study the material in preparation for an examination.

revise a document:

To make changes or updates to a written document.

revise downwards:

To lower an estimate or a value based on new information.

revision:

The act of revising or the process of making changes.

revisable:

Capable of being revised or altered.

review:

To go over or examine something in order to improve or correct it.

Meaning: To cram for studying.

Example Sentence: I'm just going to do a quick revise before the test.

Meaning: To change plans or thoughts.

Example Sentence: I had to revise my weekend plans due to the weather.