revised: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
B1Formal and neutral; common in academic, business, and technical contexts.
Quick answer
What does “revised” mean?
An adjective describing something that has been reviewed, altered, corrected, or improved from a previous version or draft.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
An adjective describing something that has been reviewed, altered, corrected, or improved from a previous version or draft.
Can imply a fundamental or thorough rethinking, updating to incorporate new information, or adapting to meet a new purpose or standard.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning or usage. The spelling of related words differs ('revise' vs. 'review' for exams).
Connotations
In British English, "to revise" strongly connotes studying for exams; thus "revised notes" is common. In American English, this connotation is weaker; "review" is more typical for exam study.
Frequency
Equally frequent in both varieties within formal/academic contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “revised” in a Sentence
[BE] revised [BY agent][BE] revised [TO infinitive][BE] revised [IN light of NP][BE] revised [FOR purpose]Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “revised” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- She revised her essay thoroughly before submission.
- Students are busy revising for their final exams.
American English
- He revised the contract after the legal review.
- The committee revised the bylaws last month.
adjective
British English
- The revised timetable is now on the website.
- Her revised opinion carried more weight.
American English
- The revised deadline is next Friday.
- Please refer to the revised agenda in your packet.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Refers to updated forecasts, budgets, or project plans. E.g., 'The revised Q3 projections will be shared tomorrow.'
Academic
Describes new editions of textbooks or corrected versions of papers. E.g., 'Please cite the revised 2020 edition.'
Everyday
Used for changed plans or corrected information. E.g., 'We have a revised meeting time of 3 PM.'
Technical
Indicates specifications, codes, or protocols that have been updated. E.g., 'Compliance with the revised safety standard is mandatory.'
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “revised”
- Using 'revisioned' (non-existent). Confusing 'revised' (improved draft) with 'reversed' (opposite direction).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, while common for texts, it applies to any plan, estimate, idea, or schedule that has been altered after reconsideration.
'Revised' implies critical changes, corrections, or improvements. 'Updated' simply means made current, which may involve only adding the latest information without deeper changes.
Rarely. It's usually neutral or positive (implying improvement). However, 'downwardly revised estimates' can have a negative implication in finance.
The primary noun is 'revision'. For example, 'The document went through several revisions.'
An adjective describing something that has been reviewed, altered, corrected, or improved from a previous version or draft.
Revised is usually formal and neutral; common in academic, business, and technical contexts. in register.
Revised: in British English it is pronounced /rɪˈvaɪzd/, and in American English it is pronounced /rɪˈvaɪzd/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “Revised and corrected”
- “Revised to within an inch of its life (hyperbolic)”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'RE-VISED' = 'seen again' (from Latin *revisere*). If you see something again, you can improve it.
Conceptual Metaphor
POLISHING AN OBJECT (refining and improving an initial rough form).
Practice
Quiz
In which context is 'revised' LEAST appropriate?