Synonyms of transitions

transitions

noun

plural of transition

as in transformations

a change from one state or condition to another

We want to have a smooth transition when the new owners take control of the company.

the sometimes difficult transition from childhood to adulthood

The country made a peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.

Related Words

• transformations
• shifts
• conversions
• adjustments
• modifications
• alterations
• metamorphoses
• changeovers
• revisions
• transfigurations
• variations
• reformations
• deformations
• distortions
• transmutations
• displacements
• replacements
• reconstructions
• substitutions
• mutations
• reconversions
• redos
• disfigurements
• supplantations

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of transitions

Ries argues that leadership transitions succeed not because remarkable individuals take over, but because organizations have embedded their purpose deeply enough to survive leadership change. — Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026

Although the director’s overuse of foot-stomp transitions can feel a bit self-important — experimental for experimental’s sake — this is interesting theater of ideas. — Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 10 Aug. 2026

The company is also expected to remain involved as Israel transitions toward its next generation of submarines. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026

Chris Finlay – president of the AFGE Local 556 chapter, which includes Tampa, and a TSA worker of over 20 years – said he's seen previous transitions to privatization have undercut pay or other benefits, such as a pension plan or 401 (k) match. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026

For easy transitions from travel days to sightseeing, this duo fits the bill. — Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026

This option seamlessly transitions from the beach to dinner thanks to its subtle contrast trim that gives it an elevated touch and its drapey silhouette that encourages airflow. — Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2026

Photons of different infrared wavelengths and intensities excite different electronic transitions, moving an electron between discrete energy levels within the dot, rather than just producing more or less of a single signal. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 31 July 2026

Here, experts share age-specific tips to help children manage transitions at every stage. — Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 31 July 2026