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Definition review in American English

review verb

verb
/rɪˈvju/
1

to study or examine a situation, policy, or idea again in order to decide whether it is suitable or satisfactory

Example

The progress of each child must be regularly reviewed.

Synonyms and related words
study check examine
1.1

to examine all the information that is relevant to a situation or subject

Example

After reviewing the evidence, the grand jury decided to discuss the case.

Synonyms and related words
study check examine
1.2

to examine a piece of writing in order to find and correct mistakes

Example

Don't forget to review your work.

Synonyms and related words
study check examine
2

to write an article giving your opinion of a play, book, art exhibit, etc.

Example

The paper's music critic reviewed the production and was overwhelmed by its beauty.

Synonyms and related words
express comment speak out
3

to study your notes and course information again in order to prepare for a test. The British word is revise

Example

We spent most of the class reviewing for the test.

Synonyms and related words
study learn train
4

if an important person reviews a group of soldiers, sailors, etc., they officially visit them during a ceremony

Synonyms and related words
address chair commemorate
Definition review in American English