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Third Person
transfigures
Present Participle
transfiguring
Past Tense
transfigured
Past Participle
transfigured
1
to change the form, appearance, or nature of something
transitive
- The artist's masterpiece transfigures the mundane into the extraordinary, capturing the essence of beauty in everyday scenes.
- The artist's brushstroke seemed to transfigure the canvas, bringing life to the mundane scene.
- The ancient artifact had the ability to transfigure its appearance, appearing different to those who approached it with different intentions.
- As the protagonist faced adversity, their resilience and strength began to transfigure them, revealing their true character.
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2
to present something in an elevated or divine light
transitive
- Through her acts of kindness and compassion, she transfigures the lives of those around her.
- The cathedral's majestic architecture and intricate stained glass windows transfigure the space.
- The spiritual leader's teachings and compassionate actions transfigure the lives of followers.
- The religious ceremony seeks to transfigure ordinary bread and wine into symbols of divine presence.
- The sacred ritual was said to transfigure the worshipper, granting them a sense of inner peace and enlightenment.
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