transformational
adjective
trans·for·ma·tion·al
ˌtran(t)s-fər-ˈmā-sh(ə-)nəl 
-fȯr-
: of, relating to, characterized by, or concerned with transformation and especially linguistic transformation
transformationally
adverb
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By creating the conditions through education that lead to transformational change, vulnerable students will thrive.
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Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Given Amazon's massive scale, with revenue expected to reach more than $800 billion this year, Luria cautioned that for now the opportunity is likely incremental rather than transformational.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 4 May 2026
But the persona turmoil behind this transformational figure has in many ways remained hidden from view.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
Investors and fans would love a truly transformational device.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2026
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Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Given Amazon's massive scale, with revenue expected to reach more than $800 billion this year, Luria cautioned that for now the opportunity is likely incremental rather than transformational.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 4 May 2026
But the persona turmoil behind this transformational figure has in many ways remained hidden from view.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
Investors and fans would love a truly transformational device.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2026
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“Transformational.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transformational. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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