transforms; transformed; transforming
: to change (something) completely and usually in a good way
The new paint completely transformed [=changed the appearance of] the room.
A little creativity can transform an ordinary meal into a special event.
The old factory has been transformed into an art gallery.
The Internet has completely transformed [=changed the nature of] many retail businesses.
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“Transform.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/transform. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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