modify
US /ˈmɑdəˌfaɪ/
Definition
make less severe or harsh or extreme
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
We need to modify the schedule because two speakers cannot attend.
Word Family
Synonyms
- altercause to change; make different; cause a transformation
- adjustalter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
- amendmake amendments to
Collocations
- Easy modify the planto modify the plan, meaning to make less severe or harsh or extreme
- Medium modify existing workplace guidelinesto modify existing workplace guidelines, meaning to make less severe or harsh or extreme
- Hard unilaterally modify binding contractual covenantsdescribing unilaterally modify binding contractual covenants (in a unilateral manner; by means of one part or party)
- Very Hard modify corporate behaviors via punitive taxesto modify corporate behaviors via punitive taxes, meaning to make less severe or harsh or extreme
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