Synonyms of conversion

conversion

noun

kən-ˈvər-zhən 

1

as in transformation

a change in form, appearance, or use

the conversion of the spare bedroom into a home office was easily accomplished

Synonyms & Similar Words

• transformation
• transition
• shift
• alteration
• metamorphosis
• changeover
• modification
• transfiguration
• adjustment
• reformation
• reconversion
• revision
• replacement
• substitution
• deformation
• remodeling
• displacement
• distortion
• transmutation
• reworking
• reconstruction
• variation
• disfigurement
• mutation
• remaking
• revamping
• redo
• refashioning
• redoing
• supplantation

2

as in convincing

the act of reasoning or pleading with someone to accept a belief or course of action

the conversion of the residents from opponents to supporters of the casino project proved to be more difficult than anticipated

Synonyms & Similar Words

• convincing
• persuasion
• persuading
• inducement
• seduction
• inducing
• lobbying
• suasion
• coaxing
• influencing
• exhortation
• pressuring
• entreaty
• prompting
• cajolery
• urging
• blandishment
• swaying
• cajolement
• wheedling
• tempting
• brainwashing
• overpersuasion

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of conversion

The company said the conversion will allow the site to handle the entire order process, from receiving and storing products to packing and shipping them directly to customers, rather than functioning solely as a shipping center. —Morgan Rynor, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026

On the surface, this unlikely conversion may seem like progress. —Dimitri Mugianis, STAT, 20 Apr. 2026

The conversion from a private estate to an exclusive and much sought after condominium community was the work of George Mead’s son, William. —James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026

Roth conversions top the list of smart moves to make, according to experts. —Medora Lee, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026