transformational
adjective
trans·for·ma·tion·al
ˌtran(t)s-fər-ˈmā-sh(ə-)nəl 
-fȯr-
: of, relating to, characterized by, or concerned with transformation and especially linguistic transformation
transformationally
adverb
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What emerges is a transformational discussion that humanizes the enormity of the climate crisis, powerfully voicing the unspeakable.
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 2 May 2025
Nine new strangers are invited by Masha to take part in a transformational wellness retreat in the Austrian Alps.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Looking back, Lockhart says the past year has been especially transformational.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The artist’s paintings go through a transformational, multistage process, starting with painting and marking paper with drips, aerosol sprays and other textures.
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 2 May 2025
Nine new strangers are invited by Masha to take part in a transformational wellness retreat in the Austrian Alps.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Looking back, Lockhart says the past year has been especially transformational.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The artist’s paintings go through a transformational, multistage process, starting with painting and marking paper with drips, aerosol sprays and other textures.
—Stephanie Rudig, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
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“Transformational.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transformational. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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