Transfigure (Verb)
Meaning 1
Elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Her memories of her childhood home seemed to transfigure the actual place into a perfect haven she could never recapture in adulthood.
- The artist's skillful use of light and shadow helped transfigure the mundane landscape into a breathtaking masterpiece.
- Their love story was one that would transfigure even the most skeptical of hearts, a true fairy tale for the modern era.
- The writer's vivid descriptions managed to transfigure the remote wilderness into a place of enchantment and mystique.
- His words of encouragement seemed to transfigure the young athlete's self-doubt into an unwavering confidence that would stay with her for the rest of her life.
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Meaning 2
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
- Through intense practice and dedication, the shy boy transfigured into a charismatic stage performer.
- Her years of travels and experiences transfigured her into a wise and empathetic person.
- The incredible sunset transfigured the ordinary landscape into a breathtaking scenery.
- The skillful artist's hands transfigured a lump of clay into a beautiful and delicate sculpture.
- The spiritual leader believed that the ceremony would transfigure the initiates, bringing them closer to enlightenment.