Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

set straight

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.93 in modern English

Syllables: set s-traight
IPA

15

Scrabble Score

11

Letters

2

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

verb

To correct; to make right or true.

Transitive verb

Example Sentences

"I'd like to set straight some misconceptions about recent events."
"He misspoke, but I quietly set him straight."
"Your bedroom is a mess. Set things straight before you go out tonight."
"I can't stand it! I know you planned it! Imma set it straight, this Watergate!"

Usage

Transitive verb

Inflected Forms

sets straight (present, singular) setting straight (participle, present)

Phrases

scare straight set the record straight straight-sets

Frequently Paired Words

scare straight set the record straight straight-sets

Synonyms

put straight put right set right

Questions

What does set straight mean?: To correct; to make right or true.

How to pronounce set straight

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