Synonyms for

Become

Verb / bɪˈkʌm / Another word for become — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to begin to be something; to develop or grow into something

Synonyms & similar words

go turn suit get grow transform evolve change develop shift progress advance mature flourish thrive assume adopt embrace acquire attain

Synonyms by register

Formal

transpire evolve into develop into

Informal

turn into grow into get to be

Literary

wax wither into burgeon into

Antonyms

remain stay continue persist abide endure

Common collocations

  • become apparent
  • become aware
  • become famous
  • become involved
  • become necessary
  • become clear
  • become a reality

Word family

noun becoming
adjective becoming

Usage note

Often used to describe a change in state or condition. Can be followed by an adjective, noun, or prepositional phrase.

Example sentences

  1. I want to become a teacher when I grow up.
  2. The caterpillar will become a butterfly.
  3. He worked hard to become a successful businessman.
  4. She hopes to become a famous singer someday.
  5. After studying hard, she became fluent in Spanish.

Quotes

  • Be not afraid of growing slowly, be afraid only of standing still. - Chinese proverb
  • Change is inevitable. Growth is optional. - John C. Maxwell
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill

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