English Synonym Finder

alter

Definitions

To change or modify something, typically slightly.

To adjust clothing to fit the wearer better.

Examples

The tailor had to alter the suit to fit him perfectly.

We may need to alter our plans if the weather turns bad.

The new law will significantly alter the way small businesses operate.

Synonyms

modify change adjust amend vary transform revise

Antonyms

preserve maintain keep stabilize fix conserve sustain