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alter

[awl-ter] / ˈɔl tər /




Usage

What is another way to say alter? To alter is to make some partial change, as in appearance, while still preserving the identity: to alter a dress, as by raising the hem (to change a dress would mean to put on a different one). To change is to make a material difference so that something is distinctly different from what it was: to change one's opinion. 

Example Sentences

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Short-term corrections do not alter the long-term upward trend, and investors can take a wait-and-see approach ahead of the new year holidays, according to Nanhua Futures analysts in a commentary.

From The Wall Street Journal

By midday, at least a dozen Eurostar services between the UK, France, Belgium and the Netherlands had been cancelled – many more had also been delayed or altered.

From BBC

According to Rexing, a culprit ever so slightly altered the email domain name of a real trucking company.

From The Wall Street Journal

These reactive substances can break down organic molecules on the surface and alter many atmospheric chemicals.

From Science Daily

Several lawsuits are in process to challenge the legality of altering the landmark’s name.

From Salon