transform

noun

1. (mathematics) the result of a transformation

verb

1. subject to a mathematical transformation

Definition categories: change, alter, modify

2. change or alter in form, appearance, or nature

- This experience transformed her completely

- She transformed the clay into a beautiful sculpture

- transubstantiate one element into another

Similar word(s): transmute, transubstantiate

Definition categories: change, alter, modify

3. change in outward structure or looks

- He transformed into a monster

Similar word(s): metamorphose, transmute

Definition categories: change

4. change from one form or medium into another

- Braque translated collage into oil

Similar word(s): translate

Definition categories: change, alter, modify

5. convert (one form of energy) to another

- transform energy to light

Definition categories: change, alter, modify

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

Definition categories: change, alter, modify

7. increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage)

Definition categories: change, alter, modify