transformation
noun
trans·for·ma·tion
| \ ˌtran(t)s-fər-ˈmā-shən
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Definition of transformation
1
: an act, process, or instance of transforming or being transformed
2
: false hair worn especially by a woman to replace or supplement natural hair
3a(1)
: the operation of changing (as by rotation or mapping) one configuration or expression into another in accordance with a mathematical rule
especially
: a change of variables or coordinates in which a function of new variables or coordinates is substituted for each original variable or coordinate
(2)
: the formula that effects a transformation
c
: an operation that converts (as by insertion, deletion, or permutation) one grammatical string (such as a sentence) into another
also
: a formal statement of such an operation
4
: genetic modification of a bacterium by incorporation of free DNA from another bacterial cell
also
: genetic modification of a cell by the uptake and incorporation of exogenous DNA
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Synonyms for transformation
Synonyms
changeover, conversion, metamorphosis, transfiguration
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Examples of transformation in a Sentence
The building underwent various transformations over the years.
a raven-haired starlet who underwent an attention-getting transformation and showed up at the awards ceremony as a blonde
Recent Examples on the Web
However, after Robson arrived in January 1994, Porto underwent a dramatic transformation, finishing just two points behind Benfica in second, reaching the Champions League semi-final and even besting Sporting in the final of the Taça de Portugal. — SI.com, "Sir Bobby Robson: 6 of His Best Moments During a Truly Magnificent Managerial Career," 31 July 2019 As Kat, Barbie undergoes a distinct style transformation while exploring her sexuality, and in real life, the creative effortlessly blends together designer, vintage, and basics to create outfits that are easily recreatable for fans. — Tatum Dooley, Teen Vogue, "10 Times Model and Actor Barbie Ferreira Killed The Style Game," 29 July 2019 In 1999, Awda was released, and appeared to have undergone a personal transformation. — Tamara Qiblawi, CNN, "MBS once sought advice from this cleric. Now Saudi prosecutors want him executed," 25 July 2019 On top of the physical renovations, the community underwent a transformation as well. — Daily Pilot, "Crystal Cathedral is reborn as Christ Cathedral, the center of O.C. Catholicism," 17 July 2019 To deliver that speed, product design is undergoing a transformation. — The Economist, "DigitisationDigitisation is helping to deliver goods faster," 11 July 2019 Since colonialization, San Diego has undergone a remarkable transformation into a truly manmade metropolis. — Roger Showley, San Diego Union-Tribune, "250 years of San Diego," 30 June 2019 North Beach, where the Drive goes after leaving Chinatown, also underwent a major transformation. — Gary Kamiya, SFChronicle.com, "San Francisco scenic treasure that locals overlook," 28 June 2019 Instead, Thomas explained, the image undergoes a transformation of coordinates as it is mapped onto the cortex. — Jennifer Ouellette, Quanta Magazine, "A Math Theory for Why People Hallucinate," 30 July 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'transformation.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for transformation
transformation
noun
English Language Learners Definition of transformation
: a complete or major change in someone's or something's appearance, form, etc.
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transformation
noun
trans·for·ma·tion
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Kids Definition of transformation
: the act or process of changing completely : a complete change
transformation
noun
trans·for·ma·tion
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Medical Definition of transformation
1
: an act, process, or instance of transforming or being transformed — see malignant transformation
2a
: genetic modification of a bacterium by incorporation of free DNA from another ruptured bacterial cell — compare transduction sense 2
b
: genetic modification of a cell by the uptake and incorporation of exogenous DNA
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