CHANGE

/tʃeɪndʒ/ ► audio Scrabble 12 Words With Friends 14

Definition

  1. noun an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another. — synonyms: alteration, modification
  2. noun a relational difference between states.
  3. noun the action of changing something.
  4. noun the result of alteration or modification.
  5. noun the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due.
  6. noun a thing that is different.
  7. noun a different or fresh set of clothes.
  8. noun coins of small denomination regarded collectively.
  9. noun money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency.
  10. noun a difference that is usually pleasant. — synonyms: variety
  11. verb cause to change. — synonyms: alter, modify
  12. verb undergo a change.
  13. verb become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence. — synonyms: alter, vary
  14. verb lay aside, abandon, or leave for another. — synonyms: switch, shift
  15. verb change clothes.
  16. verb exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category. — synonyms: exchange, commute, convert
  17. verb give to, and receive from, one another. — synonyms: exchange, interchange
  18. verb change from one vehicle or transportation line to another. — synonyms: transfer
  19. verb become deeper in tone. — synonyms: deepen
  20. verb remove or replace the coverings of.

Examples

  • “The product is undergoing a change in order to improve it.”
  • “Can I get change for this $100 bill please?”
  • “A customer who pays with a 10-pound note for a £9 item receives one pound in change.”

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