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transform Synonyms & Antonyms

/tɹænsˈfɔːm/

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Transform as a Verb

1

To change greatly the appearance or form of.

The alchemists sought to transform lead into gold.

2

To change the nature, condition or function of; to change in nature, disposition, heart, character, etc.; to convert.

3

To subject to a transformation; to change into another form without altering the value.

4

To subject to the action of a transformer.

5

To subject (a cell) to transformation.

6

To undergo a transformation; to change in appearance or character.

Transform as a Noun

1

An operation (often an integration) that converts one function into another.

2

A function so produced.

3

A transform fault.

Transform in a Sentence

The alchemists sought to transform lead into gold.

Word Forms & Grammar

transform (third-person singular simple present transforms, present participle transforming, simple past and past participle transformed)

transform (plural transforms)

Words That Rhyme With Transform

Origin of Transform

From Middle English transformen, from Old French transformer, from Latin transformo, transformare, from trans (“across”, preposition) + forma (“form”).

Transform at a Glance

Part of speechverb, noun
Pronunciation//tɹænsˈfɔːm//
Syllables1
MeaningTo change greatly the appearance or form of
Pluraltransforms
Verb formstransforms, transforming, transformed

Transform Pronunciation

Transform is pronounced //tɹænsˈfɔːm// and has 1 syllable.

Quick Answers About Transform

Is transform a verb or a noun?

Transform is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.

What is the plural of transform?

The plural of transform is transforms.

What is the past tense of transform?

The past tense of transform is transformed. The present participle is transforming.