to change something such as a plan, opinion, law, or way of behaviour slightly, usually to improve it or make it more acceptable
Instead of simply punishing them, the system encourages offenders to modify their behaviour.
The proposals were unpopular and were only accepted in a modified form.
The software engineer had to modify the code to fix the bug.
It's essential to modify your approach based on the feedback received.
The committee agreed to modify the proposal to address concerns.
The artist decided to modify the color palette for a more vibrant effect.