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metamorphosis
/ˌmɛt.əˈmɔː.fə.sɪs/
[/ˌmɛt.əˈmɔː.fə.sɪs/]
a complete change of form
Advancednoun
Definition
A metamorphosis is a complete change of form, nature, or character. Speakers use it for dramatic personal or social transformation.
Example
Her recovery was a true metamorphosis.
Her recovery was a true metamorphosis.
Etymology
From Greek 'metamorphosis', from 'meta-' (change) and 'morphe' (form).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for dramatic, complete transformation.
Literary Heritage
Famous as the title of works by Ovid and Franz Kafka.