Alters Meaning in English
word · lemma: alter
ˈɔɫtɝz
AWL-terz
ˈɒltəz
OL-tuhz
Definición
To change something, usually in a small but important way; to make something different from its original state.
Uso & Matices
Often used in formal or written contexts. Typically refers to small or gradual changes, not complete transformations. Common with objects, plans, or conditions. Do not confuse with 'change', which is broader; 'alter' is usually more specific and less drastic.
Spanish: modifica - altera - cambiaPortuguese (BR): altera - modifica - mudaPortuguese (PT): altera - modifica - mudaChinese (Simplified): 改变 - 更改Chinese (Traditional): 改變 - 更改Hindi: बदलता है - परिवर्तित करता हैArabic: يُغيّر - يُعدّلBengali: পরিবর্তন করে - সামান্য পরিবর্তন করেRussian: изменяет - корректируетJapanese: 変える - 修正するVietnamese: thay đổi - chỉnh sửaKorean: 변경하다 - 수정하다Turkish: değiştirir - düzeltirUrdu: تبدیل کرتا ہے - بدلتا ہےIndonesian: mengubah - menyesuaikan
Oraciones de Ejemplo
She alters her dress to make it fit better.
basic
The new law alters the tax rules.
basic
Too much sun alters the color of the paint.
basic
This edit alters the entire meaning of the sentence.
natural
Whenever he feels stressed, his behavior alters slightly.
natural
Technology constantly alters the way we live and work.
natural