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"Revise" vs. "edit": distinct roles in refining writing

Anwar Kareem 24/10/2024, 10:18
English.me team member
Revise and edit. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "revise" and "edit" involve reviewing and making changes to text or documents to improve clarity and correctness.

What is different?

The term "revise" often implies re-examining and altering content to improve or update it, potentially involving substantial changes. "Edit" generally focuses on correcting and refining text, often including grammar, punctuation, and style without necessarily changing the structure or content significantly.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for revise) and edit

Examples of usage

Revise
  • She had to revise her essay after receiving feedback from her teacher.
  • The author decided to revise the manuscript to include new research findings.
Edit
  • He edited the article for grammar and punctuation errors before submission.
  • The editor will edit the document to ensure it meets the publication's standards.