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transformation

transformation

241 3.7
A complete change in form or appearance, for example a caterpillar becoming a butterfly
  • noun
  • /ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən/
translation icon : transformación
  • Speaking freely about their experiences, students express their transformation and journey toward a dialogical mindset.
  • undergo a transformation
  • social transformation
  • a transformation process

I have never seen human transformation as profound as this guy.

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Examples

  • It's not destruction we seek, but transformation.

  • The gift is transformation of self and of the world.

  • What is needed is collaboration and transformation toward a new style of management.

    Academic text (2011)
  • This is leading up to a transformation in the notion of reason.

  • They change their name to mark the transformation from their old life.

  • You could say I've gone through a rather dramatic transformation.

  • You're in the midst of a transformation.

  • The new policy resulted in a significant transformation of the public transportation system.

  • After months of dedication, the athlete experienced a remarkable transformation in her physical abilities.

  • The documentary highlights the transformation of urban areas into vibrant communities through sustainable development.

Synonyms

change
vstransformation
1.1

A time when something becomes different

emphasizes a full alteration of form, nature, or character
transition
vstransformation
449 3.7

A period of change from one state or stage to another

is the complete change itself rather than its transitional timeframe
shift
vstransformation
363 3.5

A change in place, position, or focus

refers to a full alteration affecting form, nature, or character
alteration
vstransformation
102 3.3

A change made to something

implies full, often total change rather than small or simple edits
conversion
vstransformation
77 3.5

Changing something from one form or unit to another

is the general process of complete change beyond mere function shifts
translation
vstransformation
12 2.0

Changing something into a different form or appearance

is broader, covering complete inner or outer change overall
metamorphosis
vstransformation
9 7.5

A complete sudden change that makes someone or something very different

is the general process of total change without stressing drama
evolutionary change
vstransformation
4 4.4

A slow process of change and development by small steps over time

is about full change regardless of speed or gradualness
transmutation
vstransformation
3 8.6

A change of something into a different form

is the broader idea of full change in form or nature
transfiguration
vstransformation
  • Literature
1 9.0

A big change in appearance that makes something more beautiful or special

focuses on complete change without implying improvement or spirit
transmogrification
vstransformation
1 9.9

A change into a strange or ugly new form

describes full change generally, not necessarily bizarre or odd
change of state
vstransformation
  • Specialized
4.3

A process when something becomes a different form or condition

is the general full change idea, not only internal properties
anamorphosis
vstransformation
  • Specialized
9.9

A slow change where one kind of living thing becomes another over a long time

covers complete change generally, not only biological gradual evolution
anamorphism
vstransformation
  • Specialized
9.9

Slow change of a living thing into a different kind over a long time

is the overall complete change concept beyond biological lineage shifts
change of shape
vstransformation
3.2

The way something becomes a different form when it is bent, heated, or pressed

is broader, covering complete change of nature or character too

Antonyms

90 3.8

Keeping things safe and in good condition, for example food or buildings

19 6.8

A period when activity and growth stop, often in business or the economy

Compounds

affine transformation
  • Specialized
9.9

A change that moves, turns, resizes, or flips a shape while keeping its straight lines

7.3

Amount of energy absorbed or released when a substance changes state like ice melting

How Complete

transformation
241 3.7
alteration
102 3.3
modification
50 3.6

Surface Forms

Morphology

transformation = transform (transparent) = trans + form + ation

The noun is a direct nominalization of the verb 'transform' indicating the process or result of changing.

Etymology

Transformation comes from Latin parts trans- ('across') and forma ('shape' or 'form'), so it literally means a 'change of shape'. That's why we use it for big changes like a caterpillar becoming a butterfly or a room getting a new look.