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单词 modify
释义 modify

modify /ˈmɒd.ɪ.faɪ/ aep /ˈmɑː.dɪ-/

verb [T] (CHANGE) ↑Verb Endings for modify
C1 to change something such as a plan, opinion, law, or way of behaviour slightly, usually to improve it or make it more acceptable: » Instead of simply punishing them, the system encourages offenders to modify their behaviour.» The proposals were unpopular and were only accepted in a modified form.Thesaurus+: ↑Adapting and modifying , ↑Changing , ↑Adapting and attuning to something
verb [T] SPECIALIZED (LANGUAGE) ↑Verb Endings for modify
F0 If a word or phrase modifies another word or phrase used with it, it limits or adds to its meaning: » In the sentence 'She ran quickly', the adverb 'quickly' modifies the verb 'ran'.Thesaurus+: ↑Grammatical terms
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