transformation — A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- After the makeover show, her transformation was so dramatic that even her own dog didn't recognize her.
- The company's digital transformation helped it survive the pandemic.
- His transformation from couch potato to marathon runner took exactly two years and three months.
transformation
NOUN[/ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən/]
A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character
The renovation created a complete transformation of the old building into a modern library.
Technology brought a major transformation in the way people communicate. (CHANGE + FORM = TRANSFORMATION)
Transformation begins with motivation and leads toward a new destination.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'transformare', combining 'trans' (across, beyond) and 'formare' (to form or shape). The suffix '-tion' was added to create the noun form, indicating the act or result of transforming.
Breakdown
trans- (across, beyond) + form (shape) + -ation (noun suffix indicating an action or result) = transformation
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📝Examples
“After the makeover show, her transformation was so dramatic that even her own dog didn't recognize her.”
“The company's digital transformation helped it survive the pandemic.”
“His transformation from couch potato to marathon runner took exactly two years and three months.”
“The transformation of the old factory into a modern art gallery revitalized the neighborhood.”
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