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MODIFYING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Modifying.

Modifying - 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)
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Example Sentences

"He made some modifying adjustments to the design."
"The artist used different colors for modifying effects in his painting."
"They implemented a modifying strategy to improve their sales."
"The modifying factors were taken into consideration before making a decision."
"She used a modifying software to edit the photo."
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Word Game Points

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

MODIFYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is MODIFYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, modifying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MODIFYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is MODIFYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, modifying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MODIFYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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