modified
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈmɒdɪfaɪd/
KK: /ˈmɒdɪfaɪd/
adjective
Definition
Changed or altered in some way.
Example
The modified version of the software has new features.
Conversation
Did you see the modified version of that game we played?
Yeah, I heard they made some cool improvements!
I think the modified graphics look way better now.
For sure! I can't wait to try it out this weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
altered
adjusted
adapted
Antonyms
unaltered
fixed
constant
noun
Definition
A type of vehicle that has been changed or altered to improve its performance or appearance, often used in racing events.
Example
The modified was faster than the standard model, making it a favorite in the racing community.
Conversation
Did you see that race with the modified cars last weekend?
Yeah, it was amazing how fast they went!
I can't believe how much work those teams put into their modified vehicles.
verb
Definition
To change something in a small way, often to improve it or make it more suitable for a particular purpose.
Example
The engineer modified the design to make it more efficient.
Tense Forms
Past: modified
Past Participle: modified
Conversation
Did you hear that Jake modified his car last weekend?
Yeah, I saw the pictures! It looks amazing now.
I can't believe how much better it runs after he modified it.
Root Explanation
Modified → It is formed from "mod-" (from Latin "modus", meaning measure or manner) and "-ified" (from Latin "-ificare", meaning to make or to do). The word "modified" means made to change in measure or manner, indicating a change or adjustment to something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'mod-' as relating to a 'measure' or 'manner' of something, and '-ified' means to make it. So, when something is modified, it has been made to change in its manner or measure.
Visually Confused Words
unmodified
mortified
medifixed