Synonyms for

Edited

Verb / ˈedʌtʌd / / ˈedɪtɪd / Another word for edited — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To prepare written material for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting it.

Synonyms & similar words

edit redact editout bluepencil emended delete cut revised corrected proofread modified refined polished amended changed altered adjusted adapted rewritten rephrased redrafted polished improved updated emended rectified fixed

Synonyms by register

Formal

revised amended corrected redacted

Informal

tweaked spruced up cleaned up fixed

Literary

purified refined polished

Antonyms

original unaltered raw unedited uncorrected primary first

Common collocations

  • carefully edited
  • thoroughly edited
  • newly edited
  • edited version
  • edited text
  • edited manuscript
  • edited out

Word family

noun editor
verb edit
adjective editable
adverb editorially

Usage note

The past participle 'edited' often implies changes were made to improve clarity, accuracy, or style. It can also refer to the act of preparing content for publication.

Example sentences

  1. I edited my essay to make sure there were no spelling errors.
  2. The editor edited the manuscript before sending it to the publisher.
  3. She edited the video to make it shorter.
  4. He edited the photo to remove the red-eye.
  5. The news article had to be edited for accuracy.

Quotes

  • I'm a rewriter. I rewrite everything. It's my one talent. I don't think anyone can write anything great, really great, the first time.
  • Editing is the same as quarrelling with writers - same thing exactly.
  • Editing is not a natural act.

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