What does Change Mean?

Definitions

Definition as Noun
  • a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
  • the action of changing something
  • the result of alteration or modification
  • the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
  • a thing that is different
  • a different or fresh set of clothes
  • coins of small denomination regarded collectively
  • money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
  • an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
  • a difference that is usually pleasant
Definition as Verb
  • undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
  • change clothes; put on different clothes
  • remove or replace the coverings of
  • cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
  • become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
  • become deeper in tone
  • exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
  • give to, and receive from, one another
  • lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
  • change from one vehicle or transportation line to another

Examples

  • "he attributed the change to their marriage"
  • "the change of government had no impact on the economy"; "his change on abortion cost him the election"
  • "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs"; "there had been no change in the mountains"
  • "I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change"
  • "he inspected several changes before selecting one"
  • "she brought a change in her overnight bag"
  • "he had a pocketful of change"
  • "he got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver"
  • "the change was intended to increase sales"; "this storm is certainly a change for the worse"; "the neighborhood had undergone few modifications since his last visit years ago"
  • "he goes to France for variety"; "it is a refreshing change to meet a woman mechanic"
  • "She changed completely as she grew older"; "The weather changed last night"
  • "change before you go to the opera"
  • "Father had to learn how to change the baby"; "After each guest we changed the bed linens"
  • "The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city"; "The discussion has changed my thinking about the issue"
  • "her mood changes in accordance with the weather"; "The supermarket's selection of vegetables varies according to the season"
  • "His voice began to change when he was 12 years old"; "Her voice deepened when she whispered the password"
  • "Could you convert my dollars into pounds?"; "He changed his name"; "convert centimeters into inches"; "convert holdings into shares"
  • "Would you change places with me?"; "We have been exchanging letters for a year"
  • "switch to a different brand of beer"; "She switched psychiatrists"; "The car changed lanes"
  • "She changed in Chicago on her way to the East coast"

Part of Speech

Noun, Verb