Definition

Relating to or characterized by making changes or improvements to something, often in a formal or official way.

Example

The committee proposed a revisionary approach to the policy to ensure it meets current needs.

Conversation

I just finished reading that book about history, and it had some really interesting revisionary theories.

Oh, really? I love when books challenge traditional views.

Yeah, it made me think about how history is often revised over time.

Exactly! It's fascinating to see different perspectives on the same events.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Revisionary → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "visio" (from Latin, meaning sight or seeing) and the suffix "-ary" (meaning relating to). The word "revisionary" refers to something that relates to seeing or reviewing again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'seeing again' ('re-' means again and 'visio' means sight) to remember that 'revisionary' relates to reviewing or re-examining something.

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