Definitions

1. verb

to make corrections or improvements to something, especially a text or document

“The editor emended the manuscript to correct several errors.”

2. verb

to reduce or diminish something in amount or degree

“The new tax law will emendate the state’s budget for the upcoming year.”

3. verb

to modify or change something, especially in a subtle or insidious way

“The politician’s words were carefully emended to appeal to a wider audience.”