rectified

USAGE SUMMARY

The word 'rectified' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when something has been corrected or set right, often after a mistake or misdeed. For example, "The problem was rectified after the team worked together to come up with a solution."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

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Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Even as strong an impression as that made by my first experience of a live first class match (this one from 1975) was corrupted by the passage of time, only to be rectified by the unarguable flat data of the web.

The Guardian - Sport

"That problem has been temporarily rectified by the local authority paying for a concrete specialist company to simply knock off the crumbling concrete and painting the exposed metal underneath".

The Guardian

Trudi Elliott Chief executive Royal Town Planning Institute "The planning system must be properly resourced to deliver and the cuts of 2010 need to be rectified" A number of the parties are pursuing devolution.

The Guardian

The error was picked up on and rectified, with another inspection date arranged, he said.

The Guardian

The severe cuts of 40% since 2010 need to be rectified.

The Guardian

This irregularity, too, was rectified in Mr Osborne's autumn statement, Britain's mini budget.

The Economist

It has also rectified problems, of water-logging and salination, caused by canals.

The Economist

"I don't deny the contributions made by chaebol during industrialisation, but some of their abusive behaviours should be rectified.

The Economist

A government-appointed committee has just declared that this situation could be rectified by merging the strongest of the 27 state-owned banks into a few of global size.

The Economist

So blatant was the lack of consultation over all of these actions that even the assembly's chairman, Luis Miquilena, was moved to acknowledge that the appointment of the committee was probably a mistake (though, he swiftly added, one that could not be rectified).Like Peru's President Fujimori, Mr Chavez is not a believer in checks and balances.

The Economist

The RPI also includes council tax; the CPI doesn't.The omission of owner-occupier housing costs in the CPI should be rectified once European states agree upon a common approach.

The Economist

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "rectified" when you want to convey that a specific error or problem has been addressed and corrected, particularly in formal or technical contexts.

Common error

Avoid using "rectified" in casual conversation or informal writing. Simpler words like "fixed" or "corrected" are often more appropriate.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "rectified" is as the past participle or past tense of the verb "rectify". Ludwig AI confirms its usability, indicating it describes the action of correcting something or setting it right.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

39%

Encyclopedias

15%

Science

46%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Reference

0%

Social Media

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "rectified" is a versatile term primarily used to indicate that something has been corrected or set right, as confirmed by Ludwig AI. Its formality ranges from neutral to formal, making it suitable for news, encyclopedic content, and scientific writing. It is less common in informal or business contexts. When choosing whether to use "rectified", consider the level of formality required and the specific nuance you wish to convey, as there are many semantically related but stylistically different alternatives. Remember to avoid overuse in informal settings, opting instead for simpler synonyms like "fixed" or "corrected".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

corrected

Direct synonym, implying a simple adjustment to remove errors.

remedied

Suggests the provision of a remedy to a problem or situation.

set right

Phrasal verb meaning to correct or adjust something that is wrong.

amended

Implies a formal alteration or improvement, often in legal or official documents.

repaired

Implies restoring something to its original condition after damage or wear.

fixed

Informal synonym implying a repair or adjustment to make something functional.

adjusted

Suggests a fine-tuning or alteration to achieve a desired state.

improved

Indicates a general enhancement or betterment.

straightened out

Informal phrasal verb implying the clarification or resolution of a complicated situation.

resolved

Indicates that a problem or conflict has been settled.

FAQs

How do you use "rectified" in a sentence?

The error in the calculation was quickly "rectified". The situation has been "rectified" by implementing new policies.

What's a simpler word for "rectified"?

Simpler alternatives include "corrected", "fixed", or "remedied", depending on the context.

What is the difference between "rectified" and "corrected"?

"Rectified" often implies a more formal or technical correction, while "corrected" is a more general term. "Rectified" is often used when setting something right after an error, while "corrected" is a general term that can mean amending a mistake.

When is it appropriate to use "rectified" in writing?

Use "rectified" in formal writing, technical reports, or when describing a situation where a specific problem or error has been addressed and corrected, especially when precision is important. In everyday language, it may sound overly formal. Consider using simpler synonyms such as "fixed" or "remedied" in casual contexts.