What is the difference between Alter and Altar?

b1-intermediate

Alter

verb

Definition

To change or cause to change in character or composition.

Examples

The tailor had to [alter] the suit to make it fit.

We had to [alter] our plans due to the bad weather.

This event will [alter] the course of history.

Altar

noun

Definition

A table or flat-topped block used as the focus for a religious ritual.

Examples

The bride and groom stood before the [altar].

They placed flowers on the church [altar].

The priest prepared the [altar] for the service.

Tags

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Practice Quiz

Question 1: The bride and groom exchanged vows at the ___.

alter altar

Question 2: I need to ___ these pants because they are too long.

alter altar

Question 3: Winning the lottery will completely ___ his life.

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Question 4: In ancient times, people made sacrifices on an ___.

alter altar

Question 5: Which word is a noun referring to a sacred table?

alter altar

Question 6: You can't ___ the past, but you can change the future.

alter altar

Question 7: The priest stood behind the ___ to lead the service.

alter altar

Question 8: Which sentence is correct?

Can you altar this photo for me? They knelt before the alter to pray. This decision will alter everything. He placed the book on the church alter.

Question 9: Which word is a verb meaning 'to change'?

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Question 10: They built a small ___ in their garden for meditation.

alter altar

Quiz Answers

Q1: altar

Q2: alter

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Q8: This decision will alter everything.

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Q10: altar

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