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English to English verb
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make less severe or harsh or extreme |  | Example: please modify this letter to make it more polite
he modified his views on same-gender marriage
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add a modifier to a constituent | | source: wordnet30
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cause to change; make different; cause a transformation | | Example: The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city
The discussion has changed my thinking about the issue
source: wordnet30
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To change somewhat the form or qualities of; to alter somewhat; as, to modify a contrivance adapted to some mechanical purpose; to modify the terms of a contract. | | source: webster1913
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