Altera (en. Affect)

/al'teɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To modify or change something in its characteristics.
The designer alters the colors of the image to make them look more vibrant.
El diseñador altera los colores de la imagen para que se vean más vibrantes.
To change the form or state of something.
The weather alters the structure of materials.
El tiempo altera la estructura de los materiales.
To cause a change in a situation or condition.
The new project alters the team's schedule.
El nuevo proyecto altera el horario del equipo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'alterare', which means 'to change'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

alters reality
to change the perception or understanding of the situation.
altera la realidad
alters the order
to provoke a change in the organized structure of something.
altera el orden
don't get agitated
don't worry or don't get flustered.
no te alters

Related Words

alteration
The act of changing or modifying something.
alteración
to alter
To modify or change something.
alterar
alterable
That can be changed or modified.
alterable

Slang Meanings

To cause a disruption or loss of control in a group.
That guy disturbs the peace at the party.
Ese tipo altera la paz en la fiesta.
To produce confusion or disorder.
That news has disturbed the entire community.
Esa noticia ha alterado a toda la comunidad.