modulate

verbCommon GRE wordMore M words

to adjust or vary the degree, tone, or intensity of something

In a sentence

Modulate in a sentence

Here is an example sentence showing modulate in a sentence.

A skilled speaker learns to modulate her voice for emphasis.

Synonyms

adjustregulatetempermoderate

Antonyms

intensifyexaggerate

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disturbing and horrifying because concerned with death

a ceremonial staff carried as a symbol of authority, or a heavy spiked club used as a weapon

to soften or break down by soaking in liquid

a scheming or crafty plot intended to do harm

a violent whirlpool or scene of turbulent disorder

having or showing great authority and command

the quality of being generous, noble-minded, and forgiving, especially toward rivals or enemies

generous and forgiving, especially toward a rival or weaker party

Common questions

Modulate (verb) means to adjust or vary the degree, tone, or intensity of something

Here is modulate used in an example sentence: "A skilled speaker learns to modulate her voice for emphasis."

Common synonyms for modulate include adjust, regulate, temper, moderate.

Antonyms of modulate include intensify, exaggerate.

Modulate is a GRE-level vocabulary word worth knowing for the Verbal section.

Vocabulary sticks when you meet it in real sentences. Practise these words inside text completion and sentence equivalence questions.