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metamorphosis

noun
/ˌmɛt.əˈmɔːr.fə.sɪs/

Meaning

A complete change of form, structure, or substance; transformation.
A change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.
A complete transformation or development process.

Example Sentences

The metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a butterfly is fascinating.

The company's metamorphosis from a small startup to a global leader was remarkable.

The caterpillar undergoes metamorphosis to become a butterfly.

Synonyms

transformation, evolution, conversion, change
Entry 1
transformation, evolution, conversion
Entry 2
transformation, change
Entry 3
transformation, evolution, change

Antonyms

stagnation, constancy, sameness, standstill, stability, consistency
Entry 1
stagnation, constancy, sameness
Entry 2
stagnation, standstill
Entry 3
stagnation, stability, consistency

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