tampering

[ˈtæmpərɪŋ]

tampering Definition

• 1. the act of interfering with something in order to damage or alter it
• 2. the act of making unauthorized changes to something

Using tampering: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tampering" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The athlete was disqualified for tampering with his urine sample.

• Example

  The company was fined for tampering with the safety reports.

• Example

  The police suspected tampering with the evidence.

tampering Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tampering

• interference
• manipulation
• meddling
• alteration
• fiddling

Phrases with tampering

• tampering with evidence

  the act of altering, destroying, or concealing evidence in a criminal investigation

  Example

  The suspect was charged with tampering with evidence in the murder case.

• tampering with a witness

  the act of attempting to influence or intimidate a witness in a legal case

  Example

  The defendant was charged with tampering with a witness in the trial.

• tampering with food

  the act of intentionally contaminating food or drink with harmful substances

  Example

  The restaurant was shut down for tampering with food after several customers fell ill.

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Summary: tampering in Brief

Tampering [ˈtæmpərɪŋ] refers to the act of interfering with something in order to damage or alter it, or making unauthorized changes to something. It can be applied to various contexts such as sports, safety reports, and criminal investigations. Phrases like 'tampering with evidence' and 'tampering with a witness' denote specific legal offenses. 'Tampering with food' refers to intentionally contaminating food or drink with harmful substances.