Tampering: meaning, definitions and examples

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tampering

 

[ ˈtæmpərɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

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

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.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,590, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.