revise
This term carries a connotation of refinement and correction, suggesting that the original version was flawed, outdated, or incomplete. It implies a deliberate process of critical evaluation followed by modification to achieve a higher standard of accuracy or quality.
In British English, the word is frequently used as an intransitive verb to describe the act of studying previously learned material for an exam. In American English, this specific academic sense is less common, with "review" being the preferred term for studying.
Meanings
To change a piece of writing, a plan, or a law in order to improve it or make it more accurate.
The author had to revise the manuscript several times before it was published.
To study information again in preparation for an examination.
Students often spend the entire weekend revising their history notes for the final test.
To change an opinion, estimate, or prediction based on new information.
The government decided to revise its economic growth forecast for the coming year.
Phrasal Verbs
revise upward
to increase a previous estimate or prediction
The central bank decided to revise the inflation forecast upward after the latest data release.
revise downward
to decrease a previous estimate or prediction
Analysts had to revise their earnings expectations downward following the quarterly report.