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    Alterar (en. Alter)

    /al.te.'rar/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To change something in a way that it does not retain its original form.
    Climate change can alter natural ecosystems.
    El cambio climático puede alterar los ecosistemas naturales.
    To disturb the peace or order of something.
    Excessive noise can alter concentration.
    El ruido excesivo puede alterar la concentración.
    To cause unease or anxiety.
    His comment disturbed the calm of the meeting.
    Su comentario alteró la calma de la reunión.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'alterare', which means 'to modify' or 'to change'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to change the order
    Modify or change the established order.
    alterar el orden
    to disturb the tranquility
    Cause disturbance in a calm environment.
    alterar la tranquilidad
    to remain calm
    Maintain calm in a difficult situation.
    no dejarse alterar

    Related Words

    alteration
    The act of altering or modifying something.
    alteración
    alterable
    That can be altered or changed.
    alterable
    altered
    That has been modified or disturbed.
    alterado

    Slang Meanings

    To alter the social environment or normality.
    That party is going to disrupt the neighborhood's routine.
    Esa fiesta va a alterar la rutina del vecindario.
    To get excited or agitated about something.
    He got upset when he heard the news.
    Se alteró cuando escuchó la noticia.