Revision: meaning, definitions and examples
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revision
[ rɪˈvɪʒən ]
academic
A process of reviewing, studying, or memorizing material, especially in preparation for a test or exam.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- During the revision period, students spend hours going over their notes.
- She dedicated the entire weekend to revision for the upcoming final exam.
writing
The act of editing and improving a piece of writing, such as an essay or manuscript.
Synonyms
editing, improvement, rewriting
Examples of usage
- After receiving feedback, the author made several revisions to the novel.
- The revision process involved restructuring the entire document.
legal
The process of amending or altering a legal document or contract.
Synonyms
alteration, amendment, modification
Examples of usage
- The lawyer suggested a revision to the terms of the agreement.
- After negotiations, both parties agreed on a revision to the contract.
Translations
Translations of the word "revision" in other languages:
🇵🇹 revisão
🇮🇳 संशोधन
🇩🇪 Überarbeitung
🇮🇩 revisi
🇺🇦 перегляд
🇵🇱 rewizja
🇯🇵 改訂 (かいてい)
🇫🇷 révision
🇪🇸 revisión
🇹🇷 revizyon
🇰🇷 수정 (修正)
🇸🇦 مراجعة
🇨🇿 revize
🇸🇰 revízia
🇨🇳 修订 (xiūdìng)
🇸🇮 revizija
🇮🇸 endurskoðun
🇰🇿 қайта қарау
🇬🇪 გადახედვა
🇦🇿 təftiş
🇲🇽 revisión
Word origin
The word 'revision' originated from the Latin word 'revisio', which means 'a seeing again' or 'reconsideration'. It first appeared in English in the late 16th century. The concept of revision has been essential in education, writing, and legal fields to ensure accuracy, improvement, and compliance with standards. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass various contexts beyond its original meaning of reviewing or amending.