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tampering

The word “tampering” has 3 syllables: tam-per-ing.

It's pronounced as /ˈtæm.pɚ.ɪŋ/.

What is synonym and antonym for tampering?

In the thesaurus, “tampering” has 20 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for tampering along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tampering

  • analytical
  • conflict
  • encroaching
  • fiddling
  • fooling
  • infringing
  • inquisitive
  • interested
  • intervening
  • intervention
  • intrusion
  • intrusive
  • invading
  • meddling
  • monkeying
  • nosy
  • obstruction
  • playing
  • pushy
  • trespassing

Antonyms for tampering

  • avoiding
  • incurious
  • unconcerned

Meanings of tampering

  • verb
    1. To make unauthorized or improper alterations, sometimes causing deliberate damage; to meddle (with something).
    2. To try to influence someone, usually in an illegal or devious way; to try to deal (with someone).
    3. To meddle (with something) in order to corrupt or pervert it.
    4. To involve oneself (in a plot, scheme, etc.).
    5. To attempt to practise or administer something (especially medicine) without sufficient knowledge or qualifications.
    6. (in professional sports) To discuss future contracts with a player, against league rules.
  • noun
    1. The act of one who tampers.

Example Sentences

  • The security cameras caught him tampering with the door locks.
  • She was accused of tampering with the results of the experiment.
  • Any tampering with official documents is considered a serious offense.
  • The company installed seals to prevent tampering with their products.
  • The referee warned the player about tampering with the ball during the match.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tampering, such as: analytical, avoiding, conflict, encroaching, fiddling, fooling, incurious.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

hampering

tackling

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