Synonyms for

Alterations

Verb / ˌɔ:ltɜ:ˈeɪʃʌnz / Another word for alterations — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Alterations refer to changes made to something, often to improve it or make it fit better.

Synonyms & similar words

modification revision alteration change adjustment changes modifications adjustments revisions amendments transformations adaptations corrections revamps makeovers renovations reworkings tweaks twists variations remodelings reformations shifts mutations restructurings

Synonyms by register

Formal

modifications amendments revisions changes

Informal

tweaks fixes changes adjustments

Literary

metamorphoses transfigurations

Antonyms

preservation preservation preservation preservation preservation preservation preservation

Common collocations

  • minor alterations
  • major alterations
  • structural alterations
  • alterations and additions
  • alterations to the design
  • alterations to the contract
  • alterations in behavior

Word family

noun alteration
verb alter
adjective alterable

Usage note

Alterations typically refer to changes made to something, often to improve it or adapt it. It can apply to physical objects, documents, or even abstract concepts.

Example sentences

  1. I need to make alterations to my essay before submitting it.
  2. The tailor made alterations to the suit.
  3. The alterations to the recipe made it taste much better.
  4. The alterations to the building's design were necessary for safety reasons.
  5. The alterations to the car improved its performance.

Quotes

  • Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening. - Coco Chanel
  • The best things in life are free. The second best are very expensive. - Coco Chanel
  • The difference between style and fashion is quality. - Giorgio Armani

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