Synonyms of becomes

becomes

verb

present tense third-person singular of become

as in grows

to eventually have as a state or quality

many people became sick with the flu

with the arrival of autumn the days become crisper and breezier

Synonyms & Similar Words

• grows
• gets
• goes
• comes
• turns
• runs
• transforms
• waxes
• alters
• modifies
• changes
• transmutes
• mutates
• transfigures
• metamorphoses

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• is
• remains
• continues
• stays
• lingers
• abides

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of becomes

Rain chances could return later in the week as the weather pattern becomes more active. — Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026

Police said updates will be provided as information becomes available. — Jason Green, Mercury News, 16 July 2026

As North Texas becomes more populated, the crashes are happening more often. — Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026

The news comes just a few months before TikTok and other social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and YouTube are set to be banned in the UK for under-16s, as Britain becomes the second nation after Australia to introduce this measure. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 July 2026

If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026

If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2026

As technology becomes more sophisticated and the number of living survivors continues to decline, preserving authentic testimony becomes even more important. — Eva Weiss, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 July 2026

The story follows Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie and crew as their owner Bonnie becomes addicted to her new favorite gadget, a kiddie smart tablet known as Lilypad. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 9 July 2026