Alter
Verb
UK
/ËÉËl.tÉr/
US
/ËÉËl.tÉ/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
To make a small or slight change to something.
Example
"I need to alter this shirt."
"She altered her travel plans after hearing about the storm."
"His attitude altered after he got the new job."
Explanation
“Alter” means to make a small or slight change to something, without completely changing what it is. You usually alter something to improve it, adjust it, or make it fit a need better. For example, if your shirt is too loose, you might alter it to fit properly. Itâs not about turning something into something completely new â itâs about adjusting, modifying, or changing a part of it. This word can be used for physical things like clothes or plans, or for non-physical things like behavior, attitude, or feelings.