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to modify
01
to make minor changes to something so that it is more suitable or better
Transitive: to modify sth
Examples
The tailor often modifies dresses to ensure a perfect fit.
02
to alter something in order to make it less extreme or intense
Transitive: to modify sth
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
modify
3rd person singular
modifies
Present participle
modifying
Past simple
modified
Past participle
modified
Examples
The professor modified the exam requirements to make it less challenging for the students.
03
to add additional information to a word, phrase, or clause
Transitive: to modify a word, phrase, or clause
Examples
Adjectives modify nouns or pronouns to provide descriptive details.
04
to alter or change the genetic makeup of an organism through genetic engineering techniques
Transitive: to modify genes or cells
Examples
Researchers have successfully modified bacteria to produce insulin for medical treatments.
Lexical Tree
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modifier
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