revise
UK/rɪ'vaɪz/US/ri'vaiz/
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Definitions
v.
To change or amend something to improve it or update it.
修订；修改
v.
To study material again before an exam (chiefly BrE).
复习（主要英式）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedre- (again) + vise (from vīsum, seen) = 'to look at again.' Looking over a draft again and fixing it gives 'amend'; looking over your notes again gives the British 'revise for exams.' Also note 'revise an estimate upward/downward' — re-looking at a figure and adjusting it.
Root vis still carries 107 more wordsUsage Guide
- Amend (universal): revise a plan / figure / opinion
- Adjust a number: revised upward/downward — common in economics and forecasts
- Study (BrE): 'I'm revising for exams' — AmE would say 'studying' or 'reviewing'
Example Sentences
- 1.
We had to revise our plans after the budget was cut.
- 2.
The author revised the manuscript several times.
- 3.
She's revising for her chemistry exam.