as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
architects designed the arena to be easily modifiable for staging a variety of events
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Recent Examples of modifiable
The Glock is also easily modifiable with an aftermarket third-party device colloquially known as a Glock switch.
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Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
High cholesterol in women can arise from modifiable factors like diet and activity, or non-modifiable ones like age, hormones, and genetics.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
But these are still non-modifiable, so most people will still depend on modulating their environment to achieve peak longevity, at least for now.
—Gilberto Lopes, STAT, 12 Feb. 2026
Midlife is also a period when many modifiable risk factors become more prominent.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Lung, stomach and cervical cancers accounted for nearly half of the cases that were linked to modifiable risks, with many linked to viruses and bacteria like the human papillomavirus (HPV), hepatitis B and C, and Helicobacter pylori (a common bacterium that infects the stomach lining).
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Those modifiable factors include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes and smoking.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
But the good news is that this research identifies yet another modifiable risk factor.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 Dec. 2025
Mandate disclosure of modifiable fees and the notice requirements for such changes.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 19 Dec. 2025
Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
High cholesterol in women can arise from modifiable factors like diet and activity, or non-modifiable ones like age, hormones, and genetics.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
But these are still non-modifiable, so most people will still depend on modulating their environment to achieve peak longevity, at least for now.
—Gilberto Lopes, STAT, 12 Feb. 2026
Midlife is also a period when many modifiable risk factors become more prominent.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Lung, stomach and cervical cancers accounted for nearly half of the cases that were linked to modifiable risks, with many linked to viruses and bacteria like the human papillomavirus (HPV), hepatitis B and C, and Helicobacter pylori (a common bacterium that infects the stomach lining).
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Those modifiable factors include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes and smoking.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
But the good news is that this research identifies yet another modifiable risk factor.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 Dec. 2025
Mandate disclosure of modifiable fees and the notice requirements for such changes.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifiable
Adjective
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The cushioned shoulder straps and adjustable chest strap ensure a comfortable fit, too.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Miura prefers lighter chairs with a small backrest; Tahara highlighted the benefits of chairs with adjustable seat heights, large wheels and shorter stems.—
Trista Kurniawan,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Think evolution, not reinvention for a modern matte finish that feels more dimensional, skin-like, and adaptable to different coverage preferences.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
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According to Mačiulis, the key lessons from Greenland will centre on designing systems adaptable to different climates and robust enough to operate across a wide range of conditions — knowledge that will directly inform the next generation of optical ground stations.—
Tejasri Gururaj,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There was experimental literature in which the role of the author could be tweaked; in popular fiction, authorship could be a flexible concept.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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According to experts, someone can be easygoing without being passive, or flexible while also staying engaged.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The ability to create alterable 3D environments could make games more dynamic for players and offer developers new ways to prove out concepts and level designs.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Modifiable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifiable. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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