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Transitioning

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

Definition

Transitioning means the process of changing from one state or condition to another.

Synonyms & similar words

transition changing shifting converting transforming evolving developing progressing advancing switching altering modifying adapting adjusting moving passing migrating transforming metamorphosing mutating transmuting

Synonyms by register

Formal

transformation shift conversion metamorphosis

Informal

changing switching moving swapping

Literary

metempsychosis transfiguration passage

Antonyms

stasis permanence stability continuity unchanging static

Common collocations

  • transitioning to
  • transitioning from
  • transitioning out of
  • transitioning into
  • transitioning careers
  • transitioning economy
  • transitioning period

Word family

noun transition
verb transition
adjective transitional
adverb transitionally

Usage note

Often used to describe a process of change. Be mindful of the context; 'transitioning' can imply a gradual or abrupt shift.

Example sentences

  1. He is transitioning into a new job.
  2. The caterpillar is transitioning into a butterfly.
  3. She is transitioning into a new phase of her life.
  4. The company is transitioning to a more sustainable model.
  5. The weather is transitioning from summer to fall.

Quotes

  • The transition from high school to college can be overwhelming, but it is also an exciting time.
  • Life is constantly transitioning, and it is up to us to adapt and grow with it.
  • The transition to parenthood is one of the biggest changes a person can go through.

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