Convert
easyNeutral tonekun-VERT
verb
Definition
To change or cause to change in form, character, or function
Memory hook
CON-VERT: Turn something VERTICALLY (completely around) -- change its form entirely.
Word roots
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Examples
“They converted the garage into a home office.”
“She converted to vegetarianism after learning about animal welfare.”
Test yourself
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“They ______ the garage into a home office.”
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GRE Tip
Convert is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "transform" or "change" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "maintain".
Related GRE Words
transform
To make a thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character
metamorphose
To change or cause to change completely in form or nature
affect
To have an influence on; to produce a change in (verb); emotional expression (noun in psychology)
transmute
To change in form, nature, or substance
enhance
to increase or improve in value, quality, or extent
evolve
To develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form
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