Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

amendment

noun
/əˈmɛndmənt/
Definition
A formal change or addition to a law or legal document.
Examples
  • The Constitution was ratified with several important amendments.
  • She proposed an amendment to the bill to include more funding for education.
  • After much debate, the amendment was accepted by the committee.
Meaning
Amendment refers to a change or correction made to improve something, especially in legal contexts.
Synonyms
  • revision
  • alteration
  • modification
  • update