noun
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an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another (syn: alteration, modification)the change was intended to increase sales
this storm is certainly a change for the worse
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a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some eventhe attributed the change to their marriage
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the action of changing somethingthe change of government had no impact on the economy
his change on abortion cost him the election
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the result of alteration or modificationthere were marked changes in the lining of the lungs
there had been no change in the mountains
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the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount dueI paid with a twenty and pocketed the change
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a thing that is differenthe inspected several changes before selecting one
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a different or fresh set of clothesshe brought a change in her overnight bag
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coins of small denomination regarded collectivelyhe had a pocketful of change
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money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currencyhe got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver
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a difference that is usually pleasant (syn: variety)it is a refreshing change to meet a woman mechanic
verb
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cause to change; make different; cause a transformation (syn: alter, modify)The discussion has changed my thinking about the issue
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undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original natureShe changed completely as she grew older
The weather changed last night
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become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence (syn: alter, vary)her mood changes in accordance with the weather
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lay aside, abandon, or leave for another (syn: shift, switch)The car changed lanes
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change clothes; put on different clothes-
exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category (syn: commute, convert, exchange)He changed his name
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give to, and receive from, one another (syn: exchange, interchange)Would you change places with me?
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change from one vehicle or transportation line to another (syn: transfer)She changed in Chicago on her way to the East coast
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become deeper in tone (syn: deepen)His voice began to change when he was 12 years old
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remove or replace the coverings ofFather had to learn how to change the baby
After each guest we changed the bed linens
Extra examples
Her mood changes every hour.
He changed from an optimist to a pessimist.
The town has changed little in recent years.
These events have changed me in my attitude to life.
You can't change human nature.
Life changed him from an optimist into a pessimist.
The leaves change color from green to red in the fall.
She changed her name when she got married.
France has changed its monetary unit from the franc to the euro.
Change the channel on the TV
There has been little if any change in her daily routine.
You shouldn't be afraid of change. Change is a natural part of life.
The years have brought many changes to the town's economy.
We need to make some changes in the system.
Many voters believe that it's time for a change.
Phrasal verbs
Word forms
verb
I/you/we/they: change
he/she/it: changes
present participle: changing
past tense: changed
past participle: changed
noun
singular: change
plural: changes
