Synonyms for

Editing

Verb / ˈedʌtɪŋ / / ˈedɪtɪŋ / Another word for editing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Editing is the process of making changes or corrections to a piece of writing or a document.

Synonyms & similar words

edit redact editout bluepencil redaction delete cut revising correcting proofreading amending modifying redacting refining polishing reworking reviewing improving changing updating rectifying altering adjusting rewriting emending rewording fixing

Synonyms by register

Formal

revision rectification amendment collation

Informal

tweaking sprucing up polishing fixing

Literary

refinement pruning curation

Antonyms

creation writing composition origination production drafting

Common collocations

  • editing process
  • editing suite
  • copy editing
  • text editing
  • film editing
  • video editing
  • self-editing
  • content editing

Word family

noun editing
verb edit
adjective editable
adverb editorially

Usage note

Editing refers to the process of preparing written material or other media for publication or presentation. It can involve correcting errors, improving clarity, or making stylistic changes.

Example sentences

  1. I am editing my video to make it shorter.
  2. She is editing her essay to fix the grammar mistakes.
  3. The editor is responsible for editing the magazine before it goes to print.
  4. I need to do some editing on my resume.
  5. Editing is a crucial part of the writing process.

Quotes

  • Editing is the same as quarrelling with writers - same thing exactly.
  • Editing is the only chance you get to rewrite.
  • Editing is not a technical process. It's an artistic process. It's about storytelling.

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