correcter

verb

treat a defect

alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard

go down in value

punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience

adjust for

censure severely

make reparations or amends for

make right or correct

adjective

correct in opinion or judgment

in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure

socially right or correct

free from error

Roots

regorect- · Latin · rule, guide straight

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