Transformer
Example: La révolution a transformé profondément la société française au XIXe siècle.
Definition
"Transformer" means to cause a significant or fundamental change in the form, appearance, nature, or character of something, especially over time. It often implies a deep or thorough alteration, such as how a revolution can transform society.
Etymology
The word "transformer" comes from the Latin roots 'trans-' meaning 'across' or 'beyond' and 'formare' meaning 'to form or shape.' It originally referred to changing the shape or form of something and has been used in French since the late Middle Ages.
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