Modification

12 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

The action of making changes or alterations to something, typically to improve it or make it more suitable for a particular purpose. Modifications can range from minor adjustments to significant transformations.

“The software update included several modifications to improve user security and performance.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Syllables

mod·i·fi·ca·tion

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Synonyms

alterationadjustment change amendment

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Wordle

Contains multiple 'I' and 'O' vowels; watch for the 'TION' ending pattern

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Scrabble

Strong 12-letter word with good point value from 'F' and 'C'; build from 'MODIFY'

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