Amend
/əˈmɛnd/
Definitions
- (v.) To formally alter or modify a legal document or law.
The legislature voted to amend the constitution.
- (v.) To correct or improve by making changes.
The parties agreed to amend the contract terms.
Forms
- amends
- amended
- amending
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Commentary
Amendments must be precise and clearly state changes to avoid ambiguity in legal texts.
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