modification
gb/mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/ us/mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
B2
Inglese
~ 5500
módosítás, változat, genetikai módosítás, génmódosítás, módosítói viszony
SOSTANTIVO
B2
1
módosítás
B1
Schema d'uso:
a modification to [something]; make a modification to [something]
Any modification to the contract must be approved in writing.
A szerződés bármilyen módosítását írásban kell jóváhagyni.
The software is still under modification to fix several bugs.
A szoftver még módosítás alatt áll, hogy kijavítsanak több hibát.
After some minor modification, the plan was finally accepted by the board.
The city has proposed a modification of the parking rules near schools.
The team requested a last-minute modification to the schedule.
Esempi per chi studia
We need a small modification to the plan.
Egy kisebb módosításra van szükségünk a terven.
He made a modification to the car to save fuel.
Végzett egy módosítást az autón, hogy kevesebb üzemanyagot fogyasszon.
This rule is open to modification if it does not work well.
The company is considering modification of its working hours.
The teacher suggested modification of my essay title.
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes say *"do a modification"* instead of *"make a modification"*. Also, they may confuse *modification* with *modernization*; *modification* is any change, not only making something modern.
Significato
small change or adjustment
Collocazioni
make a modification
|minor modification
|design modification
|software modification
|modification to the contract
|subject to modification
Sinonimi
alteration (Very close in meaning; often used in similar formal or written contexts.)
|
adjustment (Suggests a small, practical change to improve how something works.)
|
change (More general; does not suggest the change is small.)
Contrari
preservation (Emphasizes keeping something as it is, without changes.)
Temi
business
|technology
|daily life
|law
|core_vocabulary
|work
Definizione
the action of changing something a little, usually to make it better or more suitable
The act or process of making a small change to something, especially to improve it or make it suitable for a particular purpose.
SOSTANTIVO
B2
2
változat
B1
Schema d'uso:
a modification of [something]; a [adjective] modification of [something]
This modification of the drug has fewer side effects.
A gyógyszernek ez a változata kevesebb mellékhatással jár.
The dessert is a clever modification of a traditional French recipe.
A desszert egy hagyományos francia recept ötletes változata.
Engineers tested several modifications of the device before choosing the final design.
Her latest work is a digital modification of an old painting.
The latest modification of the phone includes a better camera.
Esempi per chi studia
This cake is a modification of my mother's recipe.
Ez a sütemény édesanyám receptjének egy változata.
The new chair is a modification of an old design.
Az új szék egy régi terv módosított változata.
We tried a different modification of the plan.
This game is a simple modification of the classic version.
Scientists used a safer modification of the chemical.
Errore comune:
Learners may not see the difference between the action (*modification*) and the result (*a modification* as a product). In this sense, *modification* refers to the new version, not the process.
Significato
changed version of something
Collocazioni
a slight modification
|a major modification
|a modified version
|a newer modification of the model
|this modification of the recipe
Sinonimi
variant (Focuses on a version that is different but related to the original.)
|
adaptation (Often implies a version changed to fit new conditions or uses.)
Contrari
original (Refers to the first, unchanged form that later modifications are based on.)
Temi
daily life
|science
|business
|core_vocabulary
Definizione
a form of something that is a little different from the original form
A new or altered form of something that has been changed slightly from its original state.
SOSTANTIVO
C1
TECHNICAL
3
Schema d'uso:
genetic modification of [organism]; modification of [DNA/gene]
The government is reviewing regulations on genetic modification of food crops.
A kormány felülvizsgálja az élelmezési célú növények genetikai módosítására vonatkozó szabályokat.
Researchers studied how a single DNA modification affected the spread of the virus.
A kutatók azt vizsgálták, hogyan befolyásolta egyetlen DNS-módosítás a vírus terjedését.
Public opinion on genetic modification remains deeply divided.
The company specializes in the modification of yeast strains for industrial use.
Some people worry that genetic modification may harm biodiversity.
Esempi per chi studia
Genetic modification can make plants grow faster.
A genetikai módosítással elérhető, hogy a növények gyorsabban növekedjenek.
Many people are unsure if food with genetic modification is safe.
Sokan bizonytalanok abban, hogy a génmódosított élelmiszerek biztonságosak-e.
Scientists used modification of the gene to treat the disease in mice.
The news reported on a new type of genetic modification.
Some countries have strict laws about genetic modification of animals.
Errore comune:
Learners may confuse *genetic modification* with general *change* or with *evolution*. *Genetic modification* usually refers to specific changes in genes, often made by humans in a lab or through breeding.
Significato
change to an organism’s genes
Collocazioni
genetic modification
|DNA modification
|epigenetic modification
|genetic modification of crops
|concerns about genetic modification
Sinonimi
genetic engineering (Commonly used in public discussion; often refers specifically to deliberate scientific changes in genes.)
Contrari
natural development (Highlights growth or change in organisms without direct human genetic intervention.)
Temi
science
|medicine
|environment
|technology
Definizione
a change in the genes of a plant, animal, or other living thing, often made by scientists
A change made to the genetic material of an organism, either naturally or through scientific methods, often to alter its characteristics.
SOSTANTIVO
C1
TECHNICAL
4
módosítás
C1
Schema d'uso:
adjectival modification of [noun]; adverbial modification of [verb/adjective]
In this sentence, *very* is an example of adverbial modification of the adjective *happy*.
Ebben a mondatban a *very* a *happy* melléknév határozószói módosításának példája.
The chapter explains how adjectival modification can change the meaning of a noun phrase.
A fejezet elmagyarázza, hogyan változtathatja meg a melléknévi módosítás egy főnévi szerkezet jelentését.
Linguists often study patterns of modification in complex noun phrases.
The grammar test included questions about the modification of verbs by adverbs.
This construction shows multiple layers of nominal modification.
Esempi per chi studia
In the phrase *a red car*, *red* is modification of the noun *car*.
Az *a red car* kifejezésben a *red* szó módosítói viszonyban áll a *car* főnévvel.
Adverbs like *quickly* show modification of verbs.
Az olyan határozószók, mint a *quickly*, az igék módosítását jelzik.
The teacher drew a tree to show modification in the sentence.
We looked at examples of modification of nouns by adjectives.
Good writers use careful modification to give clear meaning.
Errore comune:
Learners may mix up the terms *modifier* (the word that changes another word) and *modification* (the effect or relationship). *Big* is a modifier; the way *big* changes *house* is modification.
Significato
grammatical limiting or describing
Collocazioni
adjectival modification
|adverbial modification
|nominal modification
|modification of the noun
|degree modification
Sinonimi
qualification (In grammar, used in a similar technical sense for limiting or specifying meaning.)
Contrari
unmodified (Describes a word used without any other words changing or limiting its meaning.)
Temi
language
|education
|communication
Definizione
in grammar, when one word gives more information about another word
In grammar and linguistics, the relationship in which a word or phrase adds information to, limits, or describes another word.
Grammatica
Forma base
modification
IPA
GB/mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
US/mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
Sillabe e accento
modi - fic - a - tion (4 sillabe)
Stress on 4th syllable (tion)
Forme flesse
Noun
- Base: modification
- Plural: modification, modifications
Famiglia di parole
Forms
modifications
noun
Core family
modify
verb B1
Related words
modifier
noun
modifiable
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
unmodified
adjective
unmodifiable
adjective
Espressioni
dietary modification
1/dˈaɪətˌɛɹi mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
change in eating habits
a change in what a person eats or how they eat
Esempi
- The doctor recommended dietary modification to lower his blood pressure.
- Weight loss usually requires both exercise and dietary modification.
genetic modification
1/d͡ʒənˈɛtɪk mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
changing an organism’s genes
changing the genes of a plant, animal, or other living thing
Esempi
- The debate on genetic modification of crops continues around the world.
- Some people refuse to eat food that involves genetic modification.
in need of modification
1/ˈɪn nˈid əv mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
needing to be changed
needing some changes to be better or correct
Esempi
- The proposal is clearly in need of modification.
- Their policy is in need of modification to reflect recent events.
make a modification
1/mˈeɪk ə mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
carry out a small change
to change something a little
Esempi
- We may need to make a modification to the plan after we see the results.
- The engineer made a modification to reduce the noise from the machine.
subject to modification
1/sˈʌbd͡ʒɪkt tə mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
may be changed in future
can be changed later if necessary
Esempi
- These terms and conditions are subject to modification without notice.
- The schedule is subject to modification depending on the weather.
with slight modifications
1/wˈɪθ slˈaɪt mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃənz/
fixed phrase
with a few small changes
after making a few small changes
Esempi
- This method can be used in other classes with slight modifications.
- With slight modifications, the dress will fit you perfectly.
without modification
1/wɪðˈaʊt mˌɑdɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
exactly as it is
with no changes; in the original form
Esempi
- The software must be used without modification.
- We printed the text without modification from the original file.