alteration

changement, modification

Différence dans la forme, les caractéristiques ou l’état de quelque chose.

En anglais simple : A change in something’s form, nature, or condition.

• We made a small alteration to the plan.
• There was no alteration in her condition.
• The final design includes several alterations.

Comment l'utiliser : an alteration in something (We noticed an alteration in his voice.); an alteration to something (They requested an alteration to the design.)

Synonymes : change, modification

Expressions courantes : minor alteration, alteration in something, alteration to something

modification

Action de modifier quelque chose pour le rendre différent.

En anglais simple : The act of changing something to make it different.

• Alteration of the dress took an hour.
• The plans allow for alteration of the entrance.
• Careful alteration can make old clothes fit better.

Comment l'utiliser : alteration of something (Alteration of the building requires permission.)

Synonymes : modification, changing

Expressions courantes : make an alteration, structural alteration, clothing alteration