Altered
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Changed or modified something in character or composition, typically in a relatively small but significant way. Past tense of alter, indicating a transformation has occurred.
“The tailor altered the dress to fit her perfectly for the wedding.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈɔːl.təd/
Syllables
al·tered
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Contains vowels A and E; common -ED ending with repeated letters
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Worth 8 points; good for utilizing common letters efficiently
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