diorthosis

/daɪˈɒrθəsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a correction or rectification, especially of a previously incorrect or misleading statement or piece of information; a clarification or rectification, especially of a medical diagnosis or condition.

“The doctor performed a diorthosis of the initial diagnosis to provide a more accurate explanation of the patient’s condition.”

Synonyms

  • clarification
  • correction
  • rectification
  • revision

Antonyms

  • misinformation
  • obfuscation