transform

/tɹansfˈɔːm/

/ˈtɹænsfɔɹm/, /tɹænsˈfɔɹm/

to transform

MAIN VERB

to be subject to change in form, appearance or nature

to change the appearance, character, or nature of a person or object

synonyms : transmute

subject to a mathematical transformation

change from one form or medium into another

synonyms : translate

increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage)

change (a bacterial cell) into a genetically distinct cell by the introduction of DNA from another cell of the same or closely related species

in a transitive manner

convert (one form of energy) to another

Examples

1. She transformed plain rice into a delightful rice pudding using manioc starch.

2. She transformed leftover meatloaf into meatloaf sliders, placing small slices of meatloaf on mini buns.

3. During his early years, he was working relentlessly to transform his life from rags to riches.

4. The new CEO has big shoes to fill, taking over from a successful leader who transformed the company.