Transition

/trænˈzɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process or period of changing from one state or condition to another.

The transition from high school to college can be challenging for many students.

A word or phrase that links different ideas.

Using effective transitions in writing helps to ensure clarity and flow.

verb

To undergo a process of change.

The team decided to transition to a more agile workflow to improve productivity.

To cause to change from one state or condition to another.

The company plans to transition its workforce to remote work permanently.

Late Latin 'transitionem', meaning 'to cross over'.

smooth transition

A change that occurs without problems or interruptions.

transition period

A time during which a transition is taking place.

transition plan

A strategy for managing and facilitating a transition.

convert

To change (something) into a different form or properties.

shift

To move from one position to another.

transform

To make a thorough or dramatic change.

A change in lifestyle or status.

After college, he experienced a major transition in his life.

The act of changing one's gender identity.

She began her transition and felt more comfortable in her own skin.