put/set someone right

相关词: right

成语

Definition

  1. To correct someone's mistaken belief or understanding by informing them of the truth.

    • He thought this investment was a sure win, but I quickly put him right about the reality.

    • She assumed all cats are afraid of water, and I had to put her right on that misconception.

    • Many people have a wrong understanding of this issue, and we need to put them right with the correct information.

  2. To restore someone to a healthy or normal state.

    • I need a few days of rest to put myself right.

    • Have some hot soup; it will put you right.

    • After several weeks of treatment, his physical condition is gradually being put right.