Synonyms of edit

edit

verb

ˈe-dət 

1

as in to revise

to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating

the publisher edited a new version of its best-selling school dictionary

Synonyms & Similar Words

• revise
• read
• rework
• publish
• print
• compile
• redraft
• amend
• revamp
• annotate
• reedit
• polish
• perfect
• correct
• copyedit
• rectify
• touch up
• emend
• sub
• redact
• issue
• abridge
• subedit
• fact-check
• recopy
• blue-pencil
• anthologize
• get out
• collect
• engross
• red-pencil

2

as in to adjust

to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation

the restaurant chef has edited several of his gourmet dishes for preparation by the home cook

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adjust
• adapt
• tailor
• put
• conform
• suit
• customize
• shape
• prepare
• fit
• modify
• condition
• accommodate
• fashion
• acclimate
• alter
• acclimatize
• match
• transform
• revise
• doctor
• convert
• correct
• readjust
• establish
• rework
• bend
• tune
• equip
• pattern
• model
• harmonize
• root
• gear
• redesign
• remake
• redo
• attune
• reclaim
• recast
• orient
• recycle
• rehearse
• prime
• ready
• readapt
• orientate
• regulate
• familiarize
• square
• train
• remodel
• rig
• refashion
• acquaint
• fine-tune
• refocus
• reengineer
• reinvent
• revamp
• season
• refit
• settle
• register
• redevelop
• inure
• harden
• naturalize
• accustom
• make over
• habituate
• rejigger
• phase
• toughen
• refigure
• fiddle (with)
• habilitate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• misadjust

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of edit

Condensed and edited by AJ Abernathy, Grace Workman, and Sienna Hoopingarner. — Fiction Non Fiction, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026

In a conversation with WWD, Rossi said the book was a year in the making and underscored the challenges in editing it. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

Liza brings over two decades of editing experience, with a primary focus on long-form storytelling. — Bob Guccione Jr, SPIN, 18 Sep. 2026

Ivy films, edits, and publishes all of the organization’s social media content. — Meg Dunn, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing edit

• edit (out)