edit

The word “edit” has 2 syllables: ed-it

It's pronounced as /ˈɛdɪt/

What is synonym and antonym for edit?

In the thesaurus, “edit” has 24 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for edit along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for edit

noun
1. A change to the text of a document.
2. A change in the text of a file, a website or the code of software.
3. An interruption or change to an improvised scene.
4. An alteration to the DNA sequence of a chromosome; an act of gene splicing.
verb
1. To change a text, or a document.
2. To be the editor of a publication.
3. To change the contents of a file, website, etc.
4. To alter the DNA sequence of a chromosome; to perform gene splicing.
5. To alter a film by cutting and splicing frames.
6. To cut short or otherwise alter an improvised scene.
7. To lend itself to editing in a certain way.

The author asked the editor to edit her manuscript for grammar and punctuation errors.
Before submitting the report, it's important to carefully edit it for clarity and conciseness.
Film directors often work closely with editors to edit footage and create a coherent narrative.
Can you please edit the document to include the latest updates before sending it out?
As a content creator, part of my job is to edit videos and photos to make them visually appealing.