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Metamorphose (Verb)

Meaning 1

Change completely the nature or appearance of; "In Kafka's story, a person metamorphoses into a bug"; "The treatment and diet transfigured her into a beautiful young woman"; "Jesus was transfigured after his resurrection".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

  • The once-maligned industrial area began to metamorphose into a trendy arts district with the influx of new shops and galleries.
  • As she matured as an artist, her style and technique began to metamorphose, showcasing her growth and versatility.
  • The warm sunshine and rain caused the dull, barren trees to metamorphose into vibrant, lush green giants.
  • The film's special effects allowed the main character to metamorphose into a powerful superhero with incredible abilities.
  • Years of rigorous training and practice enabled the young dancer to metamorphose from an amateur into a world-class professional.

Synonyms

  • Transmogrify
  • Transfigure

Hypernyms

  • Turn
  • Reverse

Meaning 2

Change in outward structure or looks; "He transformed into a monster"; "The salesman metamorphosed into an ugly beetle".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

  • The beautiful girl metamorphosed into a swan after the evil witch cast her spell.
  • During the full moon, he would metamorphose into a werewolf and roam the forest.
  • The kind and gentle face of the father metamorphosed into that of an ugly old troll when his children misbehaved.
  • In an incredible display of special effects, the actor metamorphosed into a fire-breathing dragon before the audience's eyes.
  • The timid and reserved accountant metamorphosed into a charming and confident rock star at night.

Synonyms

  • Transmute
  • Transform

Hypernyms

  • Change

Hyponyms

  • Aurify
  • Become
  • Turn
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