modification
Meaning
A modification refers to a deliberate alteration or adjustment made to an existing entity, concept, or process, often aimed at enhancing functionality, performance, or compliance with specific criteria; it encompasses both minor changes and substantial re
💡 While "modification" often implies a positive change, it is important to recognize that modifications can also lead to unintended consequences or deviations from the original purpose, particularly in scientific or technical contexts.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
After
testing
the
prototype
for
a
week
,
Lara
noted
several
small
flaws
that
affected
the
device's
responsiveness
.
She
proposed
a
modification
to
the
control
algorithm
that
would
smooth
the
adjustments
and
conserve
battery
life
.
If
the
change
proved
effective
,
the
subsequent
assessment
would
focus
on
user
comfort
rather
than
raw
performance
.
Her
colleagues
discussed
implementation
details
and
suggested
a
brief
trial
period
to
monitor
any
unintended
consequences
.
By
the
end
of
the
month
they
agreed
on
a
refined
version
that
balanced
reliability
and
simplicity
.
Common Phrases
significant modification
incremental modification
modification of behavior
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