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There are 20 meanings of the word
Changes.
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Changes - as a noun
An event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
Example: "The change was intended to increase sales"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alteration10modification20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
happening17natural eventoccurrence16occurrent13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
acceleration16deceleration15retardation12slowing11
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A relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
Example: "He attributed the change to their marriage"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
relation8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The action of changing something
Example: "The change of government had no impact on the economy"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
action8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
entail6about-facepolicy changereversal11
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The result of alteration or modification
Example: "There were marked changes in the lining of the lungs"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
consequence24effect14event8issue5outcome11result6upshot11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
Example: "I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change"
A thing that is different
Example: "He inspected several changes before selecting one"
A different or fresh set of clothes
Example: "She brought a change in her overnight bag"
Coins of small denomination regarded collectively
Example: "He had a pocketful of change"
Money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
Example: "He got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver"
A difference that is usually pleasant
Example: "He goes to france for variety"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
variety13Changes - as a verb
Cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Example: "The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alter5modify15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
arouse6awaken13rouse5wake11
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Undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
Example: "She changed completely as she grew older"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
freshen13freshen uprefresh13refreshen15
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
stay7Become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
Example: "Her mood changes in accordance with the weather"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alter5vary10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
Example: "Switch to a different brand of beer"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shift11switch14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Change clothes; put on different clothes
Example: "Change before you go to the opera"
Exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
Example: "Could you convert my dollars into pounds?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
commute13convert12exchange21Hypernyms (Closely Related)
replace11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Give to, and receive from, one another
Example: "Would you change places with me?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exchange21interchange17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
transfer11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
Example: "She changed in chicago on her way to the east coast"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
transfer11Become deeper in tone
Example: "His voice began to change when he was 12 years old"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deepen9Remove or replace the coverings of
Example: "Father had to learn how to change the baby"
Example Sentences
"I need to make some changes to my schedule."
"We should make some changes to our marketing strategy."
"The new software update brings several changes to the system."
"The company went through major changes after the merger."
"She noticed some changes in her friend's behavior."
Word Game Points
Is CHANGES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, changes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CHANGES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is CHANGES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, changes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCHANGES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is CHANGES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, changes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCHANGES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
