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modulate - Dictionary definition and meaning for modulate

MODULATE

(verb) vary the frequency, amplitude, phase, or other characteristic of (electromagnetic waves)
We had to modulate the frequency on the radio to catch a clear signal. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) adjust the pitch, tone, or volume of
The musicians modulated their instruments before the show. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of
"regulate the temperature", "modulate the pitch"
synonyms : regulate
Pam had to modulate the temperature of the oven so that the cake wouldn’t burn. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) vary the pitch of one's speech
synonyms : inflect , tone
The politician modulated his voice as his speech progressed. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) change the key of, in music
"modulate the melody"
The lead singer asked his band to modulate the melody. -added by naila_inlas

Mnemonics for modulate

(Tag: FACT / USAGE) MODEM: a device used to connect to the internet, it is made up of words MOdulator - DEModulator ; i.e it CONVERTS/ADJUSTS(modulates) computer signals into telephone signals and demodulates(the opposite)
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(Tag: ) regulate
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