Synonyms of metamorphosis

metamorphosis

noun

ˌme-tə-ˈmȯr-fə-səs 

as in transformation

a change in form, appearance, or use

the metamorphosis of caterpillars into butterflies

the metamorphosis of the abandoned factory into a mixed-use property

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of metamorphosis

But even this species showed signs of direct development, with gradually ossifying bones rather than undergoing an abrupt, amphibian-like metamorphosis. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 23 June 2026

The highly effective treatment involves sterilizing screwworm pupae -- the immobile stage of the screwworm before metamorphosis -- by exposing them to gamma radiation and then releasing them into the wild to mate with fertile females. — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 11 June 2026

Conceived as a metamorphosis of the space, the venue is reinventing itself to offer customers an immersive experience where exceptional floral creations interact with L’Objet’s world of fragrances, as well as its luxury tableware and home decor which sits adjacent. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 1 June 2026

Don’t be afraid — this is part of your metamorphosis. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026