Verbs for Change

to start or grow to be

He's training to become a pilot at a flight school.

to change and become something else

The caterpillar turned into a beautiful butterfly.

to cause genetic changes

Exposure to radiation can potentially mutate cells and lead to genetic changes.

to vary or waver between two or more states or amounts

The economy fluctuates, affecting businesses and individuals alike.

to differ or deviate from a standard or expected condition

The results of the experiment vary significantly from the predicted outcomes, indicating unexpected factors at play.

to make a person or thing different

Online shopping has changed the way people shop for goods and services.

to change the appearance, character, or nature of a person or object

The renovation project aims to transform the old building into a modern and functional space.

to cause something to change

New technologies can greatly alter the way we live and communicate.

to cause an object or image to change its shape smoothly and seamlessly

The animator used advanced techniques to morph the character's facial expressions, conveying a range of emotions.

to change something's nature, appearance, or substance into something different and usually better

Through education and self-reflection, she managed to transmute her fears into newfound confidence.

to make minor changes to something so that it is more suitable or better

The tailor often modifies dresses to ensure a perfect fit.

to slightly alter or move something in order to improve it or make it work better

The musician often adjusts the tuning of his guitar before each performance.

to change something in a way that suits a new purpose or situation better

The company had to adapt its marketing strategy to reach a global audience.

a sequence of musical notes arranged in a specific order to create a recognizable piece of music

She hummed a cheerful tune while cooking dinner.

to change or adjust something in order to achieve a desired effect

Engineers modulate the frequency of radio signals to ensure clear communication.

to change the form, appearance, or nature of something

The artist's masterpiece transfigures the mundane into the extraordinary, capturing the essence of beauty in everyday scenes.

to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position

She set the book on the table.

to change the form, purpose, character, etc. of something

She decided to convert the spare room into a home office for remote work.

to rearrange the order of things

The musician decided to permute the chords in the song to create a fresh arrangement.

to change from one thing, such as a task, major, conversation topic, job, etc. to a completely different one

After completing the morning meeting, she decided to switch tasks and focus on a different project.

a person whose job is making clothes, especially for men

My uncle is a skilled tailor who runs his own shop.

to change or make something in a way that better serves a particular task, person, etc.

The software allows users to customize their interface to suit individual preferences.

to customize something to suit an individual's needs, preferences, or characteristics

The artist will personalize the portrait to capture the subject's unique features and personality.

to choose and arrange the parts that are crucial to the story of a movie, show, etc. and cut out unnecessary ones

After shooting wrapped, the director and editor collaborated to edit the documentary.

to make changes to something, especially in response to new information, feedback, or a need for improvement

After receiving feedback from the editor, she decided to revise her manuscript to improve its clarity.

to treat or handle something in a specific way to get it ready for a particular purpose, improve its condition, or fix any issues

The raw materials are processed to create the final product in manufacturing.

to convert coded information into an understandable format

Cryptographers work to decode encrypted messages to understand their content.

to transform data into a coded form

Computer programmers encode sensitive information to protect it from unauthorized access.

to make a waste product usable again

Recycling paper involves collecting and processing used paper products to make new paper.

(of a business) to increase the range of goods and services in order to reduce risk of failure

The technology company decided to diversify into the healthcare sector.

to return or bring something into a standard or acceptable state

After the crisis, efforts were made to normalize relations between the two countries.

to make something follow a set standard or rule, ensuring it is consistent and uniform

The company decided to standardize its manufacturing processes to ensure product consistency.

to replace a person in performing a task, typically at a specified time

It's time to change over; I'll take the wheel for the next leg of the journey.

to expand by exploring new areas, options, or opportunities

She is eager to branch out professionally and explore new career paths.