ALTERATIONS Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

alterations

noun

plural of alteration

as in changes

the act, process, or result of making different there's been an alteration in the intended route of our bird walk

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Recent Examples of alterations Talks between senior figures from the engine manufacturers are taking place in Monaco this weekend before the next Power Unit Advisory Committee meeting takes place in a couple of weeks, where possible alterations or new proposals are likely to be evaluated. —

Luke Smith, New York Times, 5 June 2026 Unlike existing approaches that rely on a small number of biomarkers, MutationProjector analyzes the broader combination of genetic alterations present in a tumor. —

Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026 Designer gowns start around $500 and can exceed $700 before alterations. —

Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 29 May 2026 Top Petite-Friendly Styles at Quince Petite shoppers know the struggle of finding clothes that actually fit properly and don't require alterations. —

Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026 Smith said her daughter has been coming to the location every month since January to get alterations on her prom dress. —

Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 14 May 2026 Luckily, Amazon’s fashion section has become a go-to destination for cozy, petite-friendly clothing that doesn't require pricey alterations or a fashion compromise. —

Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026 The stadium will need several alterations to accommodate the soccer team, including changes to the field, improvements on the HVAC system, flood and drainage repairs, and other structural fixes. —

P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2026 While the rotary knob that surrounds the ignition button provides quick access to the various drive modes (which includes a customizable Individual mode), hard buttons for features like damper stiffness and exhaust volume allow for specific alterations to the driving experience on the fly. —

Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 8 May 2026

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Noun

Follow with an immediate pat dry to avoid flavor and texture changes.

— Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
The National Conference of State Legislatures has been tracking which states have made — or attempted to make — changes to district maps between the 2020 and 2030 redistricting cycles, beginning in late 2025.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026