modify — to change something in order to improve it or make it more suitable for a particular purpose
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to change something in order to improve it or make it more suitable for a particular purpose
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/
Korean meaning: 수정하다, 변경하다, 개조하다
Korean pronunciation: 마-더-파이 (강세: 마)
Example Sentences
- The chef had to modify the recipe when he realized he was out of sugar - so he added honey and called it 'accidentally gourmet'.
- Scientists modify genes to create crops that can survive harsh weather conditions.
- My mom asked me to modify my attitude, but I told her it was already running on the latest version.
modify
VERB//ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ//
to change something in order to improve it or make it more suitable for a particular purpose
Modifying a car for improvement
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Origin
From Latin 'modificare', derived from 'modus' (measure, manner) and 'facere' (to make). The word entered English through Old French in the 14th century.
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“The chef had to modify the recipe when he realized he was out of sugar - so he added honey and called it 'accidentally gourmet'.”
“Scientists modify genes to create crops that can survive harsh weather conditions.”
“My mom asked me to modify my attitude, but I told her it was already running on the latest version.”
“The architect will modify the building plans to include wheelchair access.”
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