alteration

cambiamento, modifica

Differenza nella forma, nelle caratteristiche o nelle condizioni di qualcosa.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Come si usa: an alteration in something (We noticed an alteration in his voice.); an alteration to something (They requested an alteration to the design.)

Sinonimi: change, modification

Espressioni comuni: minor alteration, alteration in something, alteration to something

modifica, alterazione

Azione di modificare qualcosa per renderlo diverso.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Come si usa: alteration of something (Alteration of the building requires permission.)

Sinonimi: modification, changing

Espressioni comuni: make an alteration, structural alteration, clothing alteration