English · Word Candidate

transform

/tɹænsˈfɔːm/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: transforms · transforming

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To change greatly the appearance or form of.

Verb

The alchemists sought to transform lead into gold.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To change the nature, condition or function of; to change in nature, disposition, heart, character, etc.; to convert.

Verb

Be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

An operation (often an integration) that converts one function into another.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

A function so produced.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “transform” mean?

To change greatly the appearance or form of.

Is “transform” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.