SAT words about change and transformation.

to obtain or gain possession of something

She worked hard to acquire the skills needed for the promotion.

obtained or gained possession of something

He acquired a taste for classical music during his time abroad.

altered or modified to fit new circumstances

She adjusted her schedule to accommodate the new meeting time.

forward movements or developments; improvements

Recent advances in technology have transformed how we communicate.

to make a problem or situation worse

Scratching the wound will only aggravate the irritation.

to change or make different

The accident altered his perspective on life.

to make something better or more tolerable

The new policies helped ameliorate working conditions.

covered with a layer of something

The chocolate-coated strawberries were a hit at the party.

to change from one form or function to another

They converted the warehouse into luxury apartments.

made free from errors; fixed

The teacher corrected the essays over the weekend.

causing severe damage to something; ruining completely

The wildfire was destroying thousands of acres of forest land.

to become worse in quality or condition

His health began to deteriorate rapidly.

to grow or cause to grow more mature, advanced, or elaborate

The company plans to develop a new software application next year.

grew or caused to grow more mature, advanced, or elaborate

Scientists developed a new vaccine in record time.

events constituting a new stage in changing circumstances; advances or improvements

Recent developments in technology have transformed how we communicate.

to develop gradually over time

Languages evolve naturally over centuries.

developing gradually over time; changing or transforming

Technology is constantly evolving to meet new demands.

to make a problem or situation worse

The drought exacerbated the food shortage crisis.

to rise and fall irregularly

Stock prices fluctuate based on market conditions.

rising and falling irregularly

The fluctuating prices caused concern.

irregular rising and falling in number or amount; variations

The stock market experienced significant fluctuations throughout the week.

acquiring or obtaining something; increasing in amount or degree

The company is gaining market share through its innovative products.

unchanging over time or unable to be changed

The laws of physics are considered immutable.

to make or become better; to enhance in quality or condition

Regular practice will help improve your musical skills.

made better; enhanced in quality or condition

The patient's condition improved significantly after the treatment.

featuring new methods or ideas; original and creative

The company is known for its innovative approach to technology.

brought something into use or operation for the first time; presented formally

The scientist introduced a revolutionary new theory.

a complete change in form or character

The company underwent a complete metamorphosis under new leadership.

to make something less severe, serious, or painful

Planting trees can help mitigate the effects of urban pollution.

to make partial changes to something

The engineer modified the design to improve efficiency.

to undergo a genetic or structural change

Viruses can mutate rapidly to evade treatments.

to move back and forth regularly

His mood oscillated between optimism and despair.

to maintain something in its original state; to protect from harm

The museum works to preserve artifacts for future generations.

maintaining something in its original state; protecting from decay

Preserving natural habitats is essential for wildlife conservation.

to move forward or develop

The negotiations progressed smoothly.

rebuilt or reorganized; restored to original form by adding water or other liquid

The reconstituted orange juice tasted almost like fresh.

to put right; correct an error or undesirable situation

The company promised to rectify the billing error immediately.

defined again or differently; gave new meaning to

The internet has redefined how we communicate with each other.

small changes or improvements made to something to make it better

The latest version includes several refinements to the user interface.

changes made to improve a system, organization, or law; makes changes to improve something

The government announced major education reforms.

to return to a less developed state

Without practice, her skills began to regress.

to make young or fresh again

The spa treatment rejuvenated her tired skin.

to move to a new place and establish one's home or business there

The company decided to relocate its headquarters to another city.

to restore to good condition by repairing

They spent a fortune to renovate the historic building.

took the place of; provided a substitute for something

Digital cameras have largely replaced film cameras.

taking the place of; providing a substitute for

The company is replacing outdated equipment with modern technology.

brought back to a former condition; returned something to its original state

The old painting was carefully restored by experts.

to continue to have; to keep possession of

The company wants to retain its best employees.

to return to a previous state or condition

After the experiment, the system reverted to its original state.

to give new life or vigor to

The new mayor promised to revitalize the downtown area.

moving or changing from one position or direction to another

The shifting sands made it difficult to navigate the desert.

replaced by something newer or more effective; took the place of

The old regulations have been superseded by new guidelines.

changed in form, appearance, or character; converted

The renovation transformed the old warehouse into a modern apartment complex.

the process of changing from one state to another

The transition to renewable energy will take decades.

to change in form, nature, or substance

Alchemists dreamed of transmuting lead into gold.

caused two or more things to exchange places; transferred to a different context

The musician transposed the piece to a lower key for the vocalist.

not consistent or having a fixed pattern; liable to change

The variable winds made sailing conditions challenging that day.

to make or become weaker in power, resolve, or structure

The continuous rain began to weaken the foundation of the old building.