transform — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

transform (/trænsˈfɔːm/)

verb  ·  Intermediate  ·  Work & Business

🔊 /trænsˈfɔːm/

Meaning

Meaning: to change completely

To transform is to change something completely in form or character, usually for the better. Speakers describe ideas that transform lives.

Examples

🗣 Technology has transformed the way we communicate.

Etymology

From Latin ‘transformare’, from ‘trans-‘ (across) and ‘formare’ (to form).

How & Where It’s Used

Used widely in talks to describe powerful, lasting change.

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Tags: change, growth

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