amends (Noun) — A sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury.
amends (Noun) — Something done or paid in expiation of a wrong. ex. "how can I make amends"
amends (Verb) — Make amendments to. ex. "amend the document"
amends (Verb) — To make better. ex. "The editor amended the manuscript with his changes"
amends (Verb) — Set straight or right. ex. "amend the inequities in salaries"