revision
1 of 1noun/rɪˈvɪʒən/
Forms:revisions
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the act of examining and making corrections or alterations to a text, plan, etc.
Revision is the process of reviewing and modifying a text, plan, or work to improve its clarity, accuracy, or overall quality. It involves making changes, such as correcting mistakes, reorganizing ideas, or refining language, to ensure that the final version is clear and effective. In writing, revision often includes checking for grammatical errors, improving structure, and refining arguments or content. The goal of revision is to enhance the work, making it more polished and well-organized before it is finalized or submitted.
- The author spent several weeks on revision, ensuring that the manuscript was polished before submission.
- Her teacher recommended a thorough revision of the essay to improve its clarity and coherence.
- After receiving feedback, he realized that revision was necessary to enhance the quality of his work.
- The revision process can be challenging, but it ultimately leads to a stronger final product.
- She scheduled time for revision before the exam to reinforce her understanding of the material.
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the process of studying material one has already learned, usually before an exam
- His revision for the exam took several hours.
- I have to do some revision for my history test.
- They have revision sessions after school to prepare for the exams.
- I started my revision early to avoid last-minute stress.
- My revision focused on the topics I found most difficult.