Definition of transformation | Collins English Dictionary

transformation (ˌtrænsfəˈmeɪʃən)

a change or alteration, esp a radical one
the act of transforming or the state of being transformed
mathematics
1. a change in position or direction of the reference axes in a coordinate system without an alteration in their relative angle
2. an equivalent change in an expression or equation resulting from the substitution of one set of variables by another
physics a change in an atomic nucleus to a different nuclide as the result of the emission of either an alpha-particle or a beta-particle Compare transition (sense 5)
linguistics another word for transformational rule
an apparently miraculous change in the appearance of a stage set
(in South Africa) a national strategy aimed at attaining national unity, promoting reconciliation through negotiated settlement and non-racism

ˌtransforˈmational adjective

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= revolution, radical change makeover, sea change, revolutionary change transfiguration,

The latter in the shape of the Jaff's army, the former's presence in Fletcher's transformation : flesh to light.
Clive Barker, THE GREAT AND SECRET SHOW (2001)
by Carla Passino West Cornwall undergoes the most amazing transformation through the year.
Country Life (2004)
The transformation , revealed on the cover of the February issue of the British version of GQ magazine, is dramatic.
Globe and Mail (2003)
The Blues ' boss - who celebrates his 40th birthday today - has achieved a miracle transformation at Goodison Park this season.
Liverpool Daily Post and Echo (2003)
It is a conscious decision for change, an intention for transformation , an invitation to Spirit.
Amoda, MOVING INTO ECSTASY: An Urban Mystic's Guide to Movement, Music and Meditation (2001)