Meaning of 'change'

noun

the action of changing something

Example: "the change of government had no impact on the economy"

noun

a different or fresh set of clothes

Example: "The lawyer brought a change in their overnight bag."

noun

a thing that is different

Example: "The owner inspected several changes before selecting one."

noun

a difference that is usually pleasant

Synonyms: variety

noun

an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another

Example: "the change was intended to increase sales"

Synonyms: alteration modification

noun

the result of alteration or modification

Example: "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

Example: "They 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

Example: "I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change"

noun

coins of small denomination regarded collectively

Example: "They had a pocketful of change and nothing in their wallet."

noun

a relational difference between states

verb

to undergo a change

verb

to become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence

Example: "Their mood changes in accordance with the weather."

Synonyms: alter vary

verb

to cause to change

Synonyms: alter modify

verb

to exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category

Example: "I changed my seat in row 17 for one in row 18."

Synonyms: exchange

verb

to remove or replace the coverings of

Example: "Father had to learn how to change the baby"

verb

to change clothes

verb

to lay aside, abandon, or leave for another

Synonyms: switch

verb

to become deeper in tone

Example: "Their voice began to change when they were 12 years old."

Synonyms: deepen

verb

to change from one vehicle or transportation line to another

Example: "They changed trains on their way to the coast."

Synonyms: transfer

verb

to give to, and receive from, one another

Example: "Would you change places with me?"

Synonyms: interchange