Definition of CORRECT

  • free from error [adj CORRECTER, CORRECTEST] / to make free from error [v CORRECTED, CORRECTING, CORRECTS]
  • to make right (in accordance with what is true and fitting) [v -ED, -ING, -S] / free from error [adj CORRECTER, CORRECTEST]
  • Free from error; in accordance with fact or truth
  • Not mistaken in one's opinion or judgment; right
  • (of a thing or course of action) Meeting the requirements of or most appropriate for a particular situation or activity
  • (of a person or their appearance or behavior) Conforming to accepted social standards; proper
  • Conforming to a particular political or ideological orthodoxy