ˌmɛtəˈmɔːˌfəʊz ˌmɛɾəˈmɔɹˌfoʊz tɹænsˈfɔːm tɹænsˈfɔɹm tɹænzˈmɒɡɹɪfaɪ tɹænzˈmɑːɡɹɪfaɪ

change in outward structure or looks He transformed into a monster The salesman metamorphosed into an ugly beetle change completely the nature or appearance of In Kafka's story, a person metamorphoses into a bug The treatment and diet transfigured her into a beautiful young woman Jesus was transfigured after his resurrection