modify
verb (used with object)
to change somewhat the form or qualities of; alter partially; amend.
unmodifiable
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a word derived from
modify.
Example Sentences
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The restaurant is full service, but the food is “countryside Thai,” homey and unmodifiable, served “community potluck” style from ceramic crocks in the semi-open kitchen, and meant to evoke Thailand’s temple festivals.
From The New Yorker ● Dec. 28, 2018
Fundamentally character is unmodifiable, though knowledge, it is allowed, may change the mode of action within the limits of the particular character.
From Schopenhauer by Thomas Whittaker
In respect to certain fundamental provisions, which necessarily receive the most rigid interpretation on the part of the courts, it is practically unmodifiable.
From The Promise of American Life by Herbert David Croly
The law of God, as contained in Divine revelation, is alone unchangeable, unmodifiable.
From The Continental Monthly, Vol. 6, No 2, August, 1864 Devoted to Literature and National Policy by Various
Thus industry and conscientiousness and public spirit, which are clearly affected by environment, show no greater resemblance than such practically unmodifiable traits as memory, original sensitiveness to colors, sounds, and distances.
From Human Traits and their Social Significance by Irwin Edman
