Transformative: meaning, definitions and examples

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transformative

 

[ træns'fɔːrmətɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

change, significant

Transformative refers to the ability to cause a substantial change or transformation in someone or something. It often implies a positive, impactful change that results in new perspectives, behaviors, or outcomes. This term is frequently used in educational, technological, and personal development contexts to describe processes or experiences that lead to significant improvement or growth.

Synonyms

metamorphic, transformational, uplifting

Examples of usage

  • The transformative power of education is undeniable.
  • Her journey was truly transformative, altering her views on life.
  • Technology has had a transformative effect on communication.

Translations

Translations of the word "transformative" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transformador

🇮🇳 परिवर्तनकारी

🇩🇪 transformativ

🇮🇩 transformasi

🇺🇦 перетворювальний

🇵🇱 transformacyjny

🇯🇵 変革的な

🇫🇷 transformateur

🇪🇸 transformador

🇹🇷 dönüştürücü

🇰🇷 변혁적인

🇸🇦 تحويلي

🇨🇿 transformativní

🇸🇰 transformačný

🇨🇳 变革的

🇸🇮 transformativni

🇮🇸 umbreytingar

🇰🇿 трансформация

🇬🇪 ტრანსფორმაციული

🇦🇿 transformativ

🇲🇽 transformador

Word origin

The word 'transformative' derives from the Latin root 'transformare', which means 'to change in form or appearance'. This Latin term combines 'trans-'—meaning 'across' or 'beyond'—and 'formare', which means 'to form or shape'. Over time, 'transform' was adopted into Middle English in the 15th century, evolving into 'transformative' in the 20th century to describe processes that fundamentally alter the nature or function of something. The concept of transformation has been significant in various fields, including education, science, and personal development, reflecting humanity's pursuit of improvement and innovation.