Meaning cluster

Words for change

Terms for adjustment, gradual development and fundamental transformation.

Change

To alter; to make different; to cause to pass from one state to another; as, to change the position, character, or appearance of a thing; to cha…

anchor · The broad everyday term.
Alter

To make otherwise; to change in some respect, either partially or wholly; to vary; to modify.

core · Curated member of Words for change.
Alter

To make otherwise; to change in some respect, either partially or wholly; to vary; to modify.

related · Change a feature without necessarily changing the whole.
Modify

To change somewhat the form or qualities of; to alter somewhat; as, to modify a contrivance adapted to some mechanical purpose; to modify the te…

core · Curated member of Words for change.
Modify

To change somewhat the form or qualities of; to alter somewhat; as, to modify a contrivance adapted to some mechanical purpose; to modify the te…

softer · Make a limited or controlled adjustment.
Adapt

Fitted; suited.

core · Curated member of Words for change.
Adapt

Fitted; suited.

related · Change in response to conditions or needs.
Evolve

To unfold or unroll; to open and expand; to disentangle and exhibit clearly and satisfactorily; to develop; to derive; to educe.

related · Develop gradually over time.
Revise

To look at again for the detection of errors; to reexamine; to review; to look over with care for correction; as, to revise a writing; to revise…

related · Change after review, often in writing or plans.
Reform

To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better;…

stronger · Improve a system through structured change.
Transform

To change the form of; to change in shape or appearance; to metamorphose; as, a caterpillar is ultimately transformed into a butterfly.

stronger · Change something fundamentally in form or character.