alteration
Translation
change, modification, adjustment
Examples
We made a few alterations to the design.
We 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 made a few alterations to the design.
Similar Words
Synonyms: change, modification, adjustment; Antonyms: preservation, constancy
Etymology
From the verb 'alter' plus the suffix '-ation', which forms nouns of action or result.
Memory Tips
Remember it as the 'action' or result of 'altering' something.