Modification
/ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of changing or altering something, or the result of such a change.
/ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
The act of altering something.
The architect proposed several modifications to the building plans.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're changing a recipe. A modification is when you add or remove an ingredient to make it taste better or fit your needs. Like, "I made a modification to the cake recipe by adding more chocolate!"
👶 For kids: When you make a change to something, like when you build with LEGOs and add or take away a piece.
More Examples
The company implemented a system modification to improve efficiency.
The doctor recommended a lifestyle modification to help manage the patient's condition.
How It's Used
"The modification to the software improved its performance."
"The judge approved the modification of the custody agreement."
The state or condition of something that has been altered or changed.
/ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
The state of being modified.
The car had several modifications, including a new engine and upgraded suspension.
💡 Simply: It's like how your drawing looks *after* you erased something or added color. The drawing, after you have already changed it, is in a state of modification. You have modified the drawing.
👶 For kids: When something is different because someone changed it.
More Examples
Due to the modifications, the project now requires a new set of permits.
The device's functionality was impacted by recent modifications.
How It's Used
"The vehicle underwent several modifications."
Idioms & expressions
Modification to the system
Changing or making alterations to a system.
"We need to make a modification to the system to improve the user experience."
From Late Latin *modificationem*, from *modificare* ("to modify"), from *modus* ("measure, manner") + *facere* ("to make").
The word 'modification' has been used since the late 16th century, initially referring to the act of changing or varying something.
Memory tip
Think of it as *modifying* something to make it fit better or work differently.