modifierade

Modifierade is a Swedish term that primarily functions as the plural past tense form of the verb modifiera, meaning to modify or alter. It is commonly used in contexts where something has been changed or adjusted, such as data sets, documents, or settings. For example, in a sentence like Filerna modifierade i senaste uppdateringen, the phrase indicates that the files were changed during the latest update.

As an adjective, modifierade serves as the plural form of the past participle modifierad. It describes plural nouns that have been changed or adjusted. Typical uses include modifierade inställningar (modified settings) or modifierade filer (modified files). In such cases it agrees in number with the noun it describes.

Grammatical overview: modifiera is the infinitive verb. Its present tense form is modifierar, and its past tense form is modifierade. The supine is modifierat, used in certain constructions with auxiliaries. The past participle used as an adjective is modifierad, with modifierade available for plural nouns. This parallel allows modifierade to function both as a verb form and as an adjective in Swedish sentences.

Usage notes: modifierade is particularly common in technical, scientific, and administrative Swedish, where changes to data, configurations, or records are routinely described. As with many participial adjectives, it is advisable to ensure correct agreement with the noun it modifies to maintain clarity.

See also: modifiera, modifierad, modifierat, Swedish verb conjugation.