Modified Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/mǒdifikt/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun/Adjective

Definition

A thing, such as a species or a part of a species, that has been changed or altered from its original form, either naturally or artificially.

Examples

• The scientists created a modified version of the virus to combat the disease.
• The car has been modified to increase its performance.

Synonyms

• Altered
• Modified
• Transformed

Antonyms

• Original
• Unchanged

Etymology

The word ‘Modified’ comes from the Latin ‘modificare’, which means ‘to change or alter’.

Usage Notes

The word ‘Modified’ is often used in scientific and technical contexts to describe changes made to a substance, organism, or process.

Cultural References

The word ‘Modified’ has appeared in various science fiction and fantasy stories, including the popular TV show ‘Star Trek’.

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

‘Modified to suit’; ‘Modified to meet the needs’

Related Words or Phrases

Change, alter, transform, adapt, evolve

Collocations

Modified car, modified virus, modified process

Frequency of Use

The word ‘Modified’ is relatively common in scientific and technical contexts, but its usage is not as widespread as some other words.

Common Misspellings

Modifed, Modififed, Modification