amends amends /əˈmɛndz/

noun

1. Something done or paid in expiation of a wrong  ( amends , reparation )
   something done or paid in expiation of a wrong
    How can I make amends
   how can I make amends
   
2. A sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury  ( amends , damages , indemnification , indemnity , redress , restitution , redressal [Asia] )
   a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
   

 amend amend /əˈmɛnd/

verb

1. () Make amendments to  ( amend )
   make amendments to
    Amend the document
   amend the document
   
2. () To make better  ( ameliorate , meliorate , better , amend , improve )
   to make better
    The editor improved the manuscript with his changes
   The editor improved the manuscript with his changes
   
3. Set straight or right  ( amend , rectify , remediate , remedy , repair )
   set straight or right
    Remedy these deficiencies
   remedy these deficiencies
    Rectify the inequities in salaries
   rectify the inequities in salaries
    Repair an oversight
   repair an oversight