Meaning of the word revision in English

What does revision mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

revision

US /rɪˈvɪʒ.ən/

UK /rɪˈvɪʒ.ən/

the act of revising or altering something

Example:

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The book underwent extensive revision before publication.

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We need to make some revisions to the project plan.

Synonym:

amendment alteration correction editing update

the process of re-examining and making changes to a piece of written work

Example:

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She spent hours on the revision of her essay.

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Good writing often requires multiple rounds of revision.

Synonym:

editing proofreading redrafting rewriting

the process of studying again something previously learned, especially in preparation for an examination

Example:

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I need to do some serious revision for my exams next week.

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She spent the entire evening on revision for her history test.

Synonym:

study review cramming brush-up