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metamorphose

verb

change in outward structure or looks

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Word Facts

Word length
12
Starts with
M
Ends with
E
Contains
ET
Scrabble score
21
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˌmɛtəˈmɔːˌfəʊz

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. change in outward structure or looks

    “He transformed into a monster”

verb

  1. change completely the nature or appearance of

    “In Kafka's story, a person metamorphoses into a bug”

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Example Sentences

He transformed into a monster
The salesman metamorphosed into an ugly beetle
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

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