What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
metamorphose
Example
The caterpillar metamorphoses into a butterfly. [metamorphoses: verb]
Example
The company underwent a metamorphosis after the new CEO took over. [metamorphosis: noun]
transmute
Example
The alchemist attempted to transmute lead into gold. [transmute: verb]
Example
The intense heat caused the ice to transmute into water. [transmute: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Transmute is less common than metamorphose in everyday language, and both words are more formal and less frequently used than other synonyms for 'change' such as 'transform' or 'convert'.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between metamorphose and transmute?
Both metamorphose and transmute are formal words that are more commonly used in academic or technical contexts, such as biology, chemistry, or philosophy. However, transmute may have a slightly more archaic or esoteric connotation due to its historical association with alchemy and mysticism.
