Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

doctoring

Noun
/ˈdɒktərɪŋ/
Definition
The act of altering or manipulating something, especially in a deceptive manner.
Examples
  • The doctoring of the photographs raised suspicions about their authenticity.
  • Some critics argue that the recent reports were subject to extensive doctoring before publication.
  • The artist was accused of doctoring his original work to make it appear more appealing.
Meaning
In a more general sense, doctoring refers to the practice of editing or modifying content or information, often to improve it or to misrepresent it.
Synonyms
  • Manipulation
  • Editing
  • Modification
  • Alteration
  • Improvement