Tampering: meaning, definitions and examples
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tampering
[ ˈtæmpərɪŋ ]
criminal activity
To tamper means to interfere with something in order to cause damage, make unauthorized alterations, or distort the original state. It often involves manipulating or meddling with evidence, machinery, documents, or data.
Synonyms
alter, interfere, manipulate, meddle.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| tampering |
Usually involves unauthorized or harmful alteration, often with a negative or malicious intent.
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| interfere |
Involves getting in the way or meddling in something, often in a manner that is unhelpful or unwelcome.
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| manipulate |
Involves controlling or influencing someone or something, often in a deceptive or unfair way. Has a negative connotation.
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| meddle |
Involves intruding or involving oneself in matters that are not one's concern, typically with a negative connotation.
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| alter |
Refers to making small changes or modifications, usually in a neutral or positive sense.
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Examples of usage
- Someone has been tampering with the security cameras in the building.
- The tampering of the election results led to widespread controversy.
- If you are caught tampering with the evidence, you will face serious consequences.
Translations
Translations of the word "tampering" in other languages:
🇵🇹 adulteração
🇮🇳 छेड़छाड़
🇩🇪 Manipulation
🇮🇩 pemalsuan
🇺🇦 підробка
🇵🇱 manipulacja
🇯🇵 改ざん
🇫🇷 manipulation
🇪🇸 manipulación
🇹🇷 manipülasyon
🇰🇷 조작
🇸🇦 تلاعب
🇨🇿 manipulace
🇸🇰 manipulácia
🇨🇳 篡改
🇸🇮 manipulacija
🇮🇸 fölsun
🇰🇿 жалғандық
🇬🇪 მანიპულაცია
🇦🇿 manipulyasiya
🇲🇽 manipulación
Etymology
The word 'tamper' originated from the Middle English word 'tamperen', which meant to meddle or touch something without permission. It has evolved over time to encompass a broader meaning of interference or manipulation. The negative connotations associated with tampering stem from its association with deceit, fraud, and criminal activities.