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English Dictionary: modified	by the DICT Development Group
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From WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006) [wn]:
modified adj changed in form or character; "their modified stand made the issue more acceptable"; "the performance of the modified aircraft was much improved" Antonym(s): unmodified mediocre Synonym(s): limited, modified
From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]:
Modify \Mod"i*fy\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Modified}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Modifying}.] [F. modifier, L. modificare, modificari; modus limit + -ficare (in comp.) to make. See {Mode}, and {-fy}.] 1. To change somewhat the form or qualities of; to alter somewhat; as, to modify a contrivance adapted to some mechanical purpose; to modify the terms of a contract. 2. To limit or reduce in extent or degree; to moderate; to qualify; to lower. Of his grace He modifies his first severe decree. --Dryden.