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Synonyms & Similar Words
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Meaning of Transfiguration
The act or process of changing completely the form or nature of something or someone.
Definitions
- The act of changing something or someone completely, especially in a way that is surprising or dramatic
- A complete change of form or appearance, especially one that is sudden or surprising
- In Christian theology, the moment when Jesus was revealed in all his glory to his disciples, typically on a mountain
Etymology of Transfiguration
The word "transfiguration" comes from the Latin words "trans" meaning "across" or "beyond" and "figurare" meaning "to form" or "to shape"
Historically, the term has been used in Christian theology to describe the transfiguration of Jesus, but it has also been used more broadly to describe any complete change of form or nature
Example Uses
- The transfiguration of the old factory into a modern art space was a remarkable achievement
- The transfiguration of the caterpillar into a beautiful butterfly is a fascinating process
- The transfiguration of Jesus is a pivotal moment in the Christian Bible
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