alteration
Translation
alteration, change, modification
Examples
We've made a few alterations to the design.
We've made a few alterations to the design.
The dress needs some alteration.
The dress needs some alteration.
Grammar Patterns
((an alteration to sth.)) a change to (sth.). We've made a few alterations to the design.
((some alteration)) [uncountable] the process of changing. The dress needs some alteration.
Similar Words
Synonyms: change, modification, adjustment
Etymology
From the verb 'alter' + the noun-forming suffix '-ation'. The act or result of altering.
Memory Tips
An 'alteration' is the result of the action 'to alter'. If you alter a plan, you make an alteration.