altered 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of alterednext
as in sterilized

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verb

past tense of alter
1
as in modified
to make different in some way can't you alter your plans just slightly so we can leave 10 minutes earlier?

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2
as in fixed
to remove the sex organs of contends that cats and dogs that have been altered make better pets

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Recent Examples of altered
Adjective
By gaining new traits, these altered organisms might pose a novel invasion threat to Earth, if introduced through the transfer and insecure containment of contaminated samples. — Leonard David, Space.com, 3 June 2026 Schar, the 34-year-old centre-half, had been expected to leave, but has been offered an extension (reflecting an altered squad status and a drop in salary) and talks between Newcastle and his camp are ongoing. — James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Verb
Heat stroke symptoms include confusion, altered mental status, slurred speech and loss of consciousness. — Chandelis Duster, NPR, 28 June 2026 This transformation has altered not only how investment enters Ethiopia but also who is providing it. — Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for altered
Recent Examples of Synonyms for altered
  1. neutered
  2. modified
  3. fixed
  4. sterile
  5. changed
  6. impotent
  7. remodeled
  8. emasculated
Adjective
  • All adoptable pets are spayed, neutered and up to date on vaccines and tests.
    — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
  • This reader hopes that will be a rebuttal to all the dubious America 250 content flooding orgs beholden to the neutered NEA.
    — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
Definition of neutered
Verb
  • In that version, the film was 11 minutes longer and featured more of Krem, the main villain, pulled and heavily modified from the comics.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • With heat indices expected to climb into the triple digits, Freedom 250 organizers modified the schedule to reduce attendees' exposure during the hottest part of the day.
    — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of modified
Verb
  • During the interview, Burgum also said the green algae that was permeating the pool has now been fixed, thanks to nanobubbler technology that pumps tiny ozone bubbles into the water to damage algae’s cells.
    — Philip Wang, Time, 6 July 2026
  • Sand mix or concrete resurfacer, which doesn’t contain gravel, may be used if the spot to be fixed isn’t large or deep.
    — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
Definition of fixed
Adjective
  • These conditions had much higher fatality rates in 1776 because Americans had no antibiotics, few vaccines, no understanding of germ theory, no sterile surgical techniques and limited access to hospitals, experts note.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • Officials will begin to release sterile male mosquitoes in Rosemont next week to reduce the spread of Aedes aegypti, a disease-carrying invasive mosquito, the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District announced Wednesday.
    — Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of sterile
Verb
  • On top of that, ESPN announcers said the humidity changed the consistency of the buns.
    — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
  • The composition of the bar changed dramatically as many Loyalist lawyers departed, others were jailed and younger lawyers assumed responsibilities previously held by members of the colonial establishment.
    — Joseph Andrew, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of changed
Adjective
  • There is no denying that a partner can feel impotent in that moment, but the notion that being absent entirely would improve matters for anyone is laughable.
    — Jack Lang, New York Times, 21 June 2026
  • There is no end to the impotent convulsions of an empire in decline.
    — Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 9 June 2026
Definition of impotent
Verb
  • This remodeled 1905 home sits in historic downtown with a wraparound porch and elder trees on the property.
    — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • The restaurant has been completely remodeled and has added several new menu items since a May 9, 2025, roof fire.
    — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 June 2026
Definition of remodeled
Adjective
  • By contrast, Gercke’s emasculated George speaks in the monotonous style of a man worn down by life.
    — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Squeaky voices were comic, or emasculated.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
Definition of emasculated

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