revise
UK: rɪˈvaɪz | US: rɪˈvaɪz
vt. to examine and correct or improve something (e.g., text, work)
vt. to reconsider and alter one’s opinion or plan
vi. (BrE) to study material again for an exam
revise = re<again> + vise<see>
- re: Prefix meaning "again" (from Latin re-).
- vise: Root derived from Latin videre ("to see"), evolving into French viser ("to examine").
Etymology Origin:
The word "revise" originates from Latin revisere, a frequentative form of revidere ("to see again"). It entered English via Middle French reviser, retaining the core idea of "re-examining" or "reviewing." The semantic shift from literal "seeing again" to "correcting or updating" reflects its use in textual and intellectual contexts.
She asked me to revise the report before submission.
The author decided to revise the manuscript after feedback.
Students often revise their notes before finals.
The government revised its policy due to public outcry.
He revised his opinion after hearing new evidence.