revision
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
the act of changing something to improve it or make it more accurate.
the process of amending, correcting, or improving a document, policy, or idea.
Simple“The teacher asked for a revision of the essay to fix the grammar mistakes.”
In context“The legal team suggested a thorough revision of the contract terms to ensure all parties were protected under the new regulations.”
UsageOften used with the preposition 'of'.
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
a new or updated version of something, like a book or a plan.
a specific version of a text or object that has been modified from the original.
Simple“The latest revision of the software fixed the bugs from last month.”
In context“The third revision of the textbook includes two additional chapters on digital marketing strategies.”
UsageCountable in this sense.
- 03 B1 Intermediate
the work you do to prepare for an exam by looking at your notes again.
the process of reviewing previously learned material in preparation for an examination.
Simple“I have a lot of revision to do before my maths exam on Tuesday.”
In context“Students are encouraged to begin their revision several weeks before the final assessments to avoid last-minute cramming.”
UsageUsually uncountable when referring to the general activity of studying.
Teacher's tipThis is the most common sense in the UK and Australia; American students almost exclusively use 'review' for this activity.
PitfallI need to do some reviews for my history test. I need to do some revision for my history test.In British English, 'revision' is the standard term for studying old material before a test; 'review' is more common in American English.
Usage require revision
“Instead of relying mainly on AI-detection software, instructors can also ask students to document revisions, defend their choices and reflect on where AI did and did not improve their work.”
“In 1976, new rule revisions made it possible for “social orphans,” meaning children of single or divorced parents, to be admitted.”
Borrowed from French révision, from Latin revīsiō.
From re- + vision.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.