CHANGE
/tʃeɪndʒ/ ► audio Scrabble 12 Words With Friends 14
Definition
- noun an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another.
— synonyms: alteration, modification
- noun a relational difference between states.
- noun the action of changing something.
- noun the result of alteration or modification.
- noun the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due.
- noun a thing that is different.
- noun a different or fresh set of clothes.
- noun coins of small denomination regarded collectively.
- noun money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency.
- noun a difference that is usually pleasant.
— synonyms: variety
- verb cause to change.
— synonyms: alter, modify
- verb undergo a change.
- verb become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence.
— synonyms: alter, vary
- verb lay aside, abandon, or leave for another.
— synonyms: switch, shift
- verb change clothes.
- verb exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category.
— synonyms: exchange, commute, convert
- verb give to, and receive from, one another.
— synonyms: exchange, interchange
- verb change from one vehicle or transportation line to another.
— synonyms: transfer
- verb become deeper in tone.
— synonyms: deepen
- 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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