The meaning of MODULATE is to tune to a key or pitch. How to use modulate in a sentence.

MODULATE definition: to regulate by or adjust to a certain measure or proportion; soften; tone down. See examples of modulate used in a sentence.

modulate verb [T] (PLAN/PROCESS) [ T ] formal to change something, such as an action or a process, to make it more suitable for its situation:

Definition of modulate verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

To modulate an activity or process means to alter it so that it is more suitable for a particular situation.

Define modulate. modulate synonyms, modulate pronunciation, modulate translation, English dictionary definition of modulate. v. mod·u·lat·ed , mod·u·lat·ing , mod·u·lates v. tr. 1. To …

to alter (the voice) according to the situation, one's listener, etc.: modulated his voice instantly when he realized that his boss was listening. mod•u•late (moj′ ə lāt′), v., -lat•ed, -lat•ing. tone …

3 days ago · modulate (third-person singular simple present modulates, present participle modulating, simple past and past participle modulated) (transitive) To regulate, adjust or adapt

Modulate definition: To change or vary the pitch, intensity, or tone of (one's voice or a musical instrument, for example).

To modulate is to change the pitch of something. You can modulate things other than sound — it still refers to something that's being adjusted. Schools might modulate the number of students …