Top synonyms for “correct”: adjust, castigate, chasten, chastise, compensate, counterbalance, decline, discipline, and 22 more below.
Definitions
- (verb)treat a defect“The new contact lenses will correct for his myopia”
- (verb)make right or correct“Correct the mistakes”
- (verb)alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard“Adjust the clock, please”
- (verb)censure severely“She chastised him for his insensitive remarks”
- (verb)go down in value“the stock market corrected”
- (verb)make reparations or amends for“right a wrongs done to the victims of the Holocaust”
- (verb)punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience“The teacher disciplined the pupils rather frequently”
- (verb)adjust for“engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance”
- (adjective)free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth“the correct answer”
- (adjective)correct in opinion or judgment“time proved him right”
- (adjective)socially right or correct“it isn't right to leave the party without saying goodbye”
- (adjective)in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure“what's the right word for this?”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
All synonyms for Correct
Antonyms — opposite of Correct
Keep writing with Correct
Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "correct"?
Common synonyms for "correct" include adjust, castigate, chasten, chastise, compensate, counterbalance. Our thesaurus lists 30 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "correct"?
Antonyms for "correct" include falsify, incorrect. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "correct" mean?
treat a defect Example: "The new contact lenses will correct for his myopia"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
Write Better Lyrics with RHYMEBOOK
Instant rhyme suggestions, syllable counts, synonyms, and AI songwriting tools — all in one app.