transitions

NOUN

change, often major

Synonyms

STRONGEST

changeover conversion development evolution growth passage progress progression shift transformation upheaval

STRONG

alteration flux metamorphosis metastasis passing transit transmutation turn

WEAK

realignment turning point

Antonyms

STRONGEST

decline decrease idleness sameness stagnation stoppage

WEAK

beginning conclusion end finish introduction start

Example Sentences

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But whether those gains are broadly shared, and whether the workers whose careers are destroyed make successful transitions, these things do not depend on the technology.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Somehow we were talking about life transitions and grief.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Scientists say understanding these abrupt transitions is essential for improving future projections of Antarctic ice loss and global sea level rise.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

However, Dai says the stock is nearing a so-called value inflection, “as the oncology narrative transitions from skepticism to execution.”

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

The video then transitions to a montage of scenes with Grandma coming over to feed Grandpa, taking away his salty nuts or candy, bringing him his medicine and vitamins, laughing at him, nagging him.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh