even up vs correct

even up is not an adjective while correct is an adjective.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
even up	No	No	Yes	No
correct	No	Yes	Yes	No

As verbs, even up and correct are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of even up include compensate, counterbalance, even off, even out, make up.

even up (adjective)	correct (adjective)
	free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
	correct in opinion or judgment
	socially right or correct
	in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure

even up (verb)	correct (verb)
even up the edges of a stack of paper, in printing	treat a defect
adjust for	make right or correct
	alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
	censure severely
	fall in value
	punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
	make reparations or amends for
	adjust for