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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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This threat is acute enough that observers are warning that the ability to anonymously make such large bets on current events could motivate the people involved to alter outcomes for their own financial benefit.

From Salon

The researchers also plan to explore whether aging paths can be altered through targeted strategies, including dietary changes and genetic interventions that may influence the pace of aging.

From Science Daily

A "deepfake" is a video, photo, image or audio file that appears authentic but has been created or altered using AI.

From Science Daily

Iran's Tasnim news agency published earlier this month an altered graphic falsely claiming Australia had just 18 days of petrol supplies left.

From Barron's

Curtis claimed that he had written “a prototype” of software that would allow cheaters to alter votes using “invisible buttons” on touch-screen balloting machines.

From Los Angeles Times