as in changes
the act, process, or result of making different
there's been an alteration in the intended route of our bird walk
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of alterations
Dubbed the Billion Cell Atlas, the data set shows how cells react to specific alterations.
—
Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Rules governing modification of buildings located in historic districts can be similarly restrictive, and include the additional requirement that any alterations of buildings within their confines be consistent with neighborhood character.
—Michael S. Hiller, New York Daily News, 13 Jan. 2026
The alterations were not minor, occurred after the paperwork was notarized, were not changed by Koukol and may have been altered without Koukol’s consent, Abbasi said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
These historical alterations may have been to allow for cross-racial casting.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Milligan has validated that the design works as planned and is now moving to make a few alterations and finalize materials and specs.
—New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2026
The break was necessary, though uncomfortable, to make some alterations before allowing this work to become my lifestyle again.
—Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
The latest round of alterations raises questions about the meningococcal ACWY vaccine, for example.
—Isabella Cueto, STAT, 6 Jan. 2026
Anyone expecting widespread alterations to the Lakers’ starting lineup on Sunday night was likely surprised, maybe even a tad disappointed, but hardly let down by the ensuing result against the visiting Sacramento Kings.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 29 Dec. 2025
Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Rules governing modification of buildings located in historic districts can be similarly restrictive, and include the additional requirement that any alterations of buildings within their confines be consistent with neighborhood character.
—Michael S. Hiller, New York Daily News, 13 Jan. 2026
The alterations were not minor, occurred after the paperwork was notarized, were not changed by Koukol and may have been altered without Koukol’s consent, Abbasi said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
These historical alterations may have been to allow for cross-racial casting.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Milligan has validated that the design works as planned and is now moving to make a few alterations and finalize materials and specs.
—New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2026
The break was necessary, though uncomfortable, to make some alterations before allowing this work to become my lifestyle again.
—Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
The latest round of alterations raises questions about the meningococcal ACWY vaccine, for example.
—Isabella Cueto, STAT, 6 Jan. 2026
Anyone expecting widespread alterations to the Lakers’ starting lineup on Sunday night was likely surprised, maybe even a tad disappointed, but hardly let down by the ensuing result against the visiting Sacramento Kings.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 29 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alterations
Noun
-
Atlas will measure how 1 billion individual cells respond to genetic changes across more than 200 disease-relevant cell types, according to Illumina.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
-
The city of Fort Worth is moving forward with zoning changes to limit the concentration of businesses like liquor stores, smoke shops and payday lenders in one area.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
In one sketch, a husband and wife decide to get a divorce due to irreconcilable political differences.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Jan. 2026
-
Nutrient Comparison Oats and almonds are both packed with nutrition, but there are some important differences between the two.—
Brianna Tobritzhofer,
Health,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
Months after garnering online buzz over her finger piercing in September, the 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West debuted a pair of new body modifications on her social media.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
-
The magazine chronicled the modifications, which were completed by a company called Van Goodies of Maywood, Illinois, in a series of monthly spreads.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
10 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Alterations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alterations. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
