Top synonyms for “change”: alter, alteration, commute, convert, deepen, exchange, interchange, modification, and 6 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)the action of changing something“the change of government had no impact on the economy”
- (noun)a different or fresh set of clothes“she brought a change in her overnight bag”
- (noun)a thing that is different“he inspected several changes before selecting one”
- (noun)a difference that is usually pleasant“he goes to France for variety”
- (noun)an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another“the change was intended to increase sales”
- (noun)the result of alteration or modification“there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs”
- (noun)money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency“he got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver”
- (noun)the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due“I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change”
- (noun)coins of small denomination regarded collectively“he had a pocketful of change”
- (noun)a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event“he attributed the change to their marriage”
- (verb)undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature“She changed completely as she grew older”
- (verb)become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence“her mood changes in accordance with the weather”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "change"?
Common synonyms for "change" include alter, alteration, commute, convert, deepen, exchange. Our thesaurus lists 14 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "change"?
Antonyms for "change" include stay. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "change" mean?
the action of changing something Example: "the change of government had no impact on the economy"
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