modification
/ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ · /ˌmɑːdəfəˈkeɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic TechnologyWord #3344 in the learning path
修改；改进
Definitions
n. A change made to improve something or suit a purpose.
修改；改进
Example
This small modification makes the chair much more comfortable.
这处小改动让椅子舒服多了。
Modification of existing buildings can reduce energy consumption without the environmental costs of new construction.
改造现有建筑可以降低能耗，同时避免新建工程带来的环境代价。
Collocations
- make a modification
- minor modification
- genetic modification
Word family
- modify (v.)
- modified (adj.)
- modifier (n.)
Synonyms
- alteration
- adjustment
Usage tip
可数时指具体改动，不可数时指修改过程。
FAQ
- What does modification mean?
- A change made to improve something or suit a purpose.
- How is modification pronounced?
- UK /ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/, US /ˌmɑːdəfəˈkeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
