transformation
noun/trænsˌfɔrˈmeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #3,187 most common English word
Meaning
A complete change in form, appearance, or character.
Example sentence
The butterfly's remarkable transformation from a caterpillar to a winged insect is a true marvel of nature.
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