Alteración (en. Disturbance)

/alteɾaˈθjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Change or modification of a normal state.
The alteration of the climate is affecting our crops.
La alteración del clima está afectando nuestras cosechas.
Disturbance in the order or functioning of something.
There was an alteration in the electrical system.
Hubo una alteración en el sistema eléctrico.
Damage or imbalance in mental or physical health.
He suffers from a psychological alteration after the accident.
Sufre de una alteración psicológica tras el accidente.

Etymology

From the Latin 'alteratio', which means 'change' or 'modification'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

alteration of the state
Change in the normal situation of something.
alteración del estado
to suffer an alteration
To experience a negative or unexpected change.
sufrir una alteración
emotional alteration
Change in a person's mood.
alteración emocional

Related Words

alter
To modify something from its original state.
alterar
altered
That has been modified or disturbed.
alterado
alterability
Capability of being altered.
alterabilidad

Slang Meanings

Alteration in someone's behavior due to substances.
She had an alteration due to alcohol.
Ella tuvo una alteración por el alcohol.
Emotional or mental loss of control.
He went into an alteration because he can't handle the pressure.
Entró en una alteración porque no soporta la presión.