become
The word “become” has 2 syllables: be-come
It's pronounced as /bɪˈkʌm/
What is synonym and antonym for become?
In the thesaurus, “become” has 15 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for become along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for become
Antonyms for become
Meanings of become
- verb
- To arrive, come (to a place).
- To come about; happen; come into being; arise.
- Begin to be; turn into.
- To be proper for; to beseem.
- Of an adornment, piece of clothing etc.: to look attractive on (someone).
Example Sentences
- She hopes to become a successful doctor one day.
- Over time, the small town began to become a bustling city.
- It’s important to become confident in your abilities.
- The caterpillar will become a butterfly after a few weeks.
- Hard work and dedication can become your greatest strengths.
On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to become, such as: abide, alter, be, change, come, continue, get.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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