MODIFICATION Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

modification

noun

ˌmä-də-fə-ˈkā-shən

Definition of modification

as in alteration

the act, process, or result of making different the rough draft needed only a few modifications before it was ready to hand in

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Recent Examples of modification Improvements will vary by site and include new or upgraded crosswalks, curb ramps, traffic signs, pavement markings, bicycle-lane treatments, traffic-signal modifications and student loading areas. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026 When modification happens, however, there is no requirement for the agency to publish its conclusions about remediation of the underlying, exploitative labor conditions. — Charity Ryerson, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 The important thing now, Perry says, is to start studying how these modifications will change the way kids interact with the apps. — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2026 The company has reported that the topological gap has been increased and the robustness has been enhanced as a result of modifications to the material stack. — Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for modification

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Noun

Naturally, Varnell, deemed out of touch, is resistant to the characterization and the alterations, and much of the comedy is mined from the contrast between the older and younger characters.

— Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Implementing even a small change to an analog system involves physical alterations such as wiring, disconnections, connections and hardware validation.

— Timor Brik, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of alteration

Noun

Flock Safety announced some changes to its policies in mid-August after reports of misuse, including requiring officers to enter specific codes.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
That change was introduced to help give club staff working across transfer departments a more normal working pattern.

— Leon Imber, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of change

Noun

That difference was on display Wednesday in metro Atlanta when a Chinese auto parts company’s American division opened a new regional headquarters and factory.

— Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026
The fundamental difference is that there is no longer a coronation, and the new monarch automatically becomes king upon the death of his predecessor.

— Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026

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