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      correct
      noun
      A correct response.
      verb
      (transitive) To make something that was wrong become right; to remove error from.
      (transitive) To inform (someone) of their error.
      (by extension, transitive) To grade (examination papers).
      (transitive) To discipline; to punish.
      adjective
      Free from error; true; accurate.
      With good manners; well behaved; conforming with accepted standards of behaviour.
      adverb
      Correctly.
      Roots
      rego-rect · Latin · rule, guide straight
      Synonyms for correct
      rectifyvrightnadjustvredressvaccurateadjproperadjemendatevpreciseadjappropriateadjstraightenv
      Words related to correct
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