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Convert Meaning, Examples & Common Uses (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：Transform (convert)

convert 🔊

/kənˈvɜːrt/

To change something into a different form or use.

Transform 🔊

➕

/trænsˈfɔːrm/

To change the form, function, or purpose of something from one state to another.

📁 Category：Objects & Materials 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'convertere' (com- 'together' + vertere 'to turn'), meaning 'to turn around, transform'.

💡 Mnemonic

Think of 'con-vert' as 'con (with) + vert (turn)': You turn something together into a new shape or belief.

📖 Example

She decided to convert the old barn into a cozy art studio. 🔊 She decided to convert the old barn into a cozy art studio.

🔗 Collocations

convert into – Change something so that it becomes something else

convert to – Change to a different system or format

convertible sofa – A sofa that can be changed into a bed

🔄 Synonyms

transform (v.) – To make a thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character.

alter (v.) – To change or make different in some way, usually less drastically.

modify (v.) – To make partial changes to something, often to improve it or adapt it.

🚫 Antonyms

preserve (v.) – To keep something in its original state or prevent change.

maintain (v.) – To keep something at the same level or condition.

freeze (v.) – To prevent any change or movement.

🌱 Derivatives

conversion (n.) – The process of changing something from one form to another.

converter (n.) – A device or person that converts something.

convertible (adj./n.) – Able to be changed from one form to another; a car with a folding roof.

📖 Cultural Story

First used in Middle English around 1300 for religious conversion, later broadened to general transformation. Common in business and technology contexts referring to digital file format changes.

Meaning 2：Change religion (convert)

convert 🔊

/kənˈvɜːrt/

To change your religious beliefs and join a different religion.

Change religion 🔊

➕

/ʧeɪndʒ rɪˈlɪdʒən/

To adopt a new religious faith or belief system, often after a period of study or spiritual journey.

📁 Category：Culture & History 🔖 Level：Advanced

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

After a period of study and reflection, he decided to convert to Buddhism. 🔊 After a period of study and reflection, he decided to convert to Buddhism.

🔗 Collocations

convert to Christianity – Become a Christian after previously following another religion

convert someone to a faith – Persuade someone to join a particular religion

deathbed conversion – A religious conversion that takes place just before a person dies

🔄 Synonyms

proselytize (v.) – To try to persuade someone to convert to a particular religion or belief.

change allegiances (phrase) – To switch loyalty from one group or belief to another.

embrace a faith (phrase) – To willingly and enthusiastically adopt a religion.

🚫 Antonyms

apostatize (v.) – To renounce or abandon a religious faith or political party.

remain (v.) – To stay in the same religion without changing.

reject (v.) – To refuse to accept or believe in a religion.

🌱 Derivatives

convert (n.) – A person who has changed their religious beliefs.

conversion (n.) – The act or process of changing religion.

evangelize (v.) – To preach the gospel with the aim of converting others.