altered
ˈɔːltərd
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Definition of altered - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
modificationchanged from an original form
  • The altered document was approved by the committee.
modified transformed
2.
neutered animalTECH.neutered to prevent procreationTECH.
  • The altered cat was calmer after the surgery.
castrated spayed
3.
improved purposechanged to improve or fit a purpose
  • The altered design was more efficient than before.
adapted modified refined
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Origin of altered

Latin, alterare (to change)

Terms with altered included in their meaning

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wild
in surroundings not altered by humans
unaltered form
form not altered by humans
altered
changed in form or appearance
gambling trick
the dice are altered to land certain ways
uncutadj.
originality
not altered from its original form
narcotic
illegal substance causing addiction or altered states
altered
changed by adding or removing material
altered
changed in position or direction

Examples of altered in a sentence

  • Her altered appearance surprised everyone at the reunion.
  • The shelter only adopts out altered animals.
  • An altered dog often has fewer behavioral issues.
  • The altered schedule suited everyone's needs.
  • An altered version of the software was released.

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  1. French:modifié, stérilisé, ...
  2. German:verändert, kastriert, ...
  3. Italian:modificato, sterilizzato, ...
  4. Spanish:modificado, esterilizado, ...
  5. Portuguese:alterado, castrado, ...
  6. Chinese:更改过的, 绝育的, ...
  7. Japanese:変更された, 去勢された, ...
  8. Arabic:مُغَيَّر, مَخْصِي, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְשֻׁנֶּה, מְסוֹרָס, ...
  10. Russian:измененный, стерилизованный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:змінений, стерилізований, ...
  12. Hindi:संशोधित, बंध्याकृत, ...
alter
ˈɔːltər

Definition of alter - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

1.
changetr.make changes to somethingtr.
  • She decided to alter her hairstyle for the event..
adjust modify
2.
modificationtr.change the form or structure of somethingtr.
  • They decided to alter the design of the building.
adjust modify transform
3.
changeintr.become different without losing original essenceintr.
  • Her mood began to alter as the day went on.
modify transform
4.
neuter animaltr.TECH.UScastrate or spay an animaltr.TECH.US
  • The vet will alter the cat next week.
castrate neuter spay
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Expressions with alter

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transform the nature or character of a situation
The new policy will alter the landscape of the education system.
second self or different version of oneself
He considered his brother his alter ego, sharing similar traits and thoughts..
social movement supporting fair global cooperation, opposing harmful economic effects
Alter-globalization gained momentum after major international protests.
different situations can change what is right or fair
Circumstances alter cases, so let's hear the full story.

Origin of alter

Latin, alter (other)

Examples of alter in a sentence

  • He plans to alter the document.
  • The tailor will alter the suit for a better fit.
  • They altered the recipe to suit their taste.
  • The fabric may alter after repeated washing.
  • Over time, the recipe altered slightly.
  • They decided to alter their dog to prevent puppies.

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  1. French:modifier, transformer, ...
  2. German:ändern, modifizieren, ...
  3. Italian:modificare, cambiare, ...
  4. Spanish:modificar, cambiar, ...
  5. Portuguese:modificar, mudar, ...
  6. Chinese:改变, 变更, ...
  7. Japanese:変更する, 改造する, ...
  8. Arabic:غَيَّرَ, تَغَيَّرَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְשַׁנּוֹת, לְשַׁנּוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:изменять, изменить, ...
  11. Ukrainian:змінювати, змінити, ...
  12. Hindi:बदलना, संशोधित करना, ...
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