A alteração
Example: A alteração do horário causou confusão entre os alunos.
Definition
"A alteração" refers to the change or modification of something, often causing a difference from the original state. For example, "A alteração do horário" means the change in schedule that affected the usual timing for students.
Etymology
The term "a alteração" comes from the Latin word 'alteratio,' derived from 'alterare,' meaning to change or modify. It entered Portuguese maintaining the sense of making something different from its original form. Did you know? The root 'alter' also relates to 'other' or 'different,' highlighting the concept of change.
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