Mend
(verb)
- Repair or restore (something damaged or broken).
- Put right (a wrong or mistake).
- Improve (an unpleasant or unsatisfactory situation or relationship).
Origin:
Old english mĒ£nan "make good, repair", of germanic origin; related to dutch maken "make", also to make.
Examples:
- He mended the broken vase.
- She mended her relationship with her sister.
- I need to mend my clothes before I wear them.
- The company is trying to mend its reputation.
- Mending fences with a friend is important for a healthy relationship.