modify

verb B2

Meaning

To modify something means to make small changes to it in order to improve it or make it more suitable for a particular purpose.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "modify" with "change," as "modify" implies making adjustments rather than complete alterations.

Example Sentences

Can you modify the document before the meeting starts ?
Please modify the document according to the new company guidelines .

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