MODULATION Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

modulation

noun

Definition of modulation

as in adjustment

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Recent Examples of modulation The tests also showed up to 24% higher throughput when using unequal modulation technologies that are designed to improve consistency even if the signal quality varies across spatial streams. — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 Where Iain was tart, Hoffman was goofy and glib, using the jokey pitch modulations of a fake talk-show host to let viewers know that the Islanders’ doings were ridiculous. — Anna Peele, Vulture, 20 May 2026 Honda thinks that would be helpful in competitive riding scenarios where accurate power modulation is important, particularly when starting aggressively or over uneven terrain. — New Atlas, 14 May 2026 Ditto the sophisticated modulations and subtle rhythmic shifts that underpin Puth’s best songs. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for modulation

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Noun

That’s one adjustment Timu, previously a defensive assistant before taking on a full-time position coach role this spring, has been forced to make.

— Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 24 July 2026
For example, Social Security benefits receive cost-of-living adjustments.

— True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of adjustment

Noun

Over the previous two seasons, Villa and Chelsea have both incurred fines for breaching UEFA’s squad cost rules and have sailed close to the wind with profit and sustainability regulations (PSR).

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 22 July 2026
State level school vouchers have enjoyed a period of growth largely free from regulation and oversight, but the advent of federal vouchers has the potential to change that.

— Peter Greene, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of regulation

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Police in New Delhi forcibly moved education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk to a hospital after his health deteriorated during a 20-day hunger strike.

— Aijaz Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2026
The pastor didn’t suggest endorsing candidates, but instead focusing on issues, like advocating for immigration reform, and using religion as a tool for community organizing.

— Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026

Definition of reform

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The earbuds feature an industry-first magnetic fluid driver, promising ultra-low distortion and clear sound.

— Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
If an otherwise unexceptional song on Mount Zero is nearing its conclusion, be prepared for an epilogue where Medlyn or Elphick clicks on the distortion.

— Ethan Beck, Pitchfork, 23 July 2026

Definition of distortion

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In November, the state will vote on whether to reduce property taxes through an amendment that critics have warned could gut local budgets.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
On February 8, 2024, Biden signed National Security Memorandum 20, which doubled down on the existing rules about aid and war crimes in essentially the same way as Van Hollen’s amendment.

— David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 20 July 2026

Definition of amendment

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Far-right activist Laura Loomer went from criticizing Ukraine to meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a rapid transformation that came as a pleasant surprise to Europe and Ukraine’s backers.

— Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 24 July 2026
The social media algorithm rewards rapid before-and-after transformations or bold statements without nuance, which can affect the way people expect things to happen for them, Aleksic said.

— Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 24 July 2026

Definition of transformation

Noun

This study builds upon deformation mapping research from 2018 that suggested that, on average, Neanderthals had a smaller cerebellum than early humans did.

— Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 20 July 2026
This enables the diaphragm to maintain accurate piston motion, reduce unwanted deformation and suppress residual vibration after the signal stops.

— Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

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