transformational

adjective

trans·​for·​ma·​tion·​al ˌtran(t)s-fər-ˈmā-sh(ə-)nəl 

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: of, relating to, characterized by, or concerned with transformation and especially linguistic transformation

transformationally adverb

Examples of transformational in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The new seven-year CBA, which begins this season and runs through 2032, represents a transformational landmark labor deal for the league. —Doug Feinberg, Chicago Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026

In other words, experiments such as participatory budgeting can serve as an entry point to transformational change. —Celina Su, The Conversation, 1 Apr. 2026

In the 13 years since launching the Social Innovation Accelerator, United Way has supported 103 social entrepreneurs with transformational funding, training and mentoring. —Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026

With great fanfare, the newest billion-dollar program is rolled out with promises of transformational change. —Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1894, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing transformational

• transformational grammar

Rhymes for transformational

• aspirational
• avocational
• calculational
• combinational
• computational
• conformational
• confrontational
• congregational
• conversational
• correlational
• deformational
• derivational