noun
Uncommon
alteration
ol-tuh-AY-shuhn
Alteration (noun) means a change made to something, or the act of making that change. Example: “The building underwent several alterations over the decades.”
noun
1
A change made to something, or the act of making that change.
"The building underwent several alterations over the decades."
"She asked the tailor to make a small alteration to the hem."
How to use alteration
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA modification or adjustment made to something, often clothing, a document, or a structure.
Common pairings
minor alteration
structural alteration
clothing alterations
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Word forms
- Plural
- alterations
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Etymology
From Old French alteracion, from Medieval Latin alteratio — built from alter, "other," plus the ending -ation.
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Rhymes for alteration
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “alteration” mean?
The word “alteration” means a change made to something, or the act of making that change. In plain terms, a modification or adjustment made to something, often clothing, a document, or a structure.
How do you pronounce “alteration”?
“Alteration” is pronounced ol-tuh-AY-shuhn (/ɔl.tɚˈeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “alteration” in a sentence?
Here is “alteration” used in a sentence: “The building underwent several alterations over the decades.”
What part of speech is “alteration”?
“Alteration” is a noun.
Where does the word “alteration” come from?
The word “alteration” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old French alteracion, from Medieval Latin alteratio — built from alter, "other," plus the ending -ation.
Is “alteration” a common word?
“Alteration” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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