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MODIFY

(verb)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Modify.

How to pronounce modify:

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Modify - as a verb

Make less severe or harsh or extreme

Example: "Please modify this letter to make it more polite"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Add a modifier to a constituent

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
qualify

Cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

Example: "The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alterchange
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Example Sentences

"She asked her boss to modify her work schedule."
"The engineer had to modify the plans to accommodate the changes."
"You can easily modify the font size in the settings."
"Please modify your language to be more appropriate for the audience."
"The tailor will modify the dress to fit perfectly."
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Word Game Points

Is MODIFY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, modify is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MODIFY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is MODIFY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, modify is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MODIFY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is MODIFY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, modify is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MODIFY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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