Alter

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːltər/

Alter (verb)

  1. to make a small change to something, usually to improve it.
  2. to change clothes to fit better or look different.
  3. to change something in a legal document or agreement.

Examples

  • You can alter the recipe to suit your taste.
  • The plan was altered to include more details.

Common collocations: slightly alter, alter the appearance, alter the design, alter a dress, alter the hem

Synonyms of Alter

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Alter

  • — when something remains unchanged
  • — when keeping something in its original state