Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
make amends
Phrase
/meɪk əˈmɛndz/
Definition
To do something to correct a mistake or to compensate for a wrong.
Examples
- After their argument, he decided to make amends by apologizing and showing he cared.
- She wanted to make amends with her friend after the misunderstanding.
- He realized he had hurt her feelings and needed to make amends before it was too late.
Meaning
Making amends is the act of repairing a relationship or situation that has been harmed by one’s actions or words.
Synonyms
- Reconcile
- Compensate
- Atone
- Rectify
- Make up
