transformational
adjective
trans·for·ma·tion·al
ˌtran(t)s-fər-ˈmā-sh(ə-)nəl 
-fȯr-
: of, relating to, characterized by, or concerned with transformation and especially linguistic transformation
transformationally
adverb
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The stakes are high for Zuckerberg — after Meta’s pivot to the metaverse fell flat, he’s reoriented the company around AI in hopes of being a leader in the next transformational technology wave.
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Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 25 July 2025
But with the most comprehensive view of the business, marketing is often best positioned to lead transformational growth.
—Meghan Keough, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Nevertheless, if the goal is to put these changes into effect by 2027 — one year after what will be a transformational 2026 World Cup — the two sides need to get started as soon as possible.
—Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 24 July 2025
Creating educational pathways for others Rocketship Wisconsin Executive Director Kadeem Ruiz knows all about the importance of a transformational education.
—Mia Thurow, jsonline.com, 24 July 2025
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Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 25 July 2025
But with the most comprehensive view of the business, marketing is often best positioned to lead transformational growth.
—Meghan Keough, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Nevertheless, if the goal is to put these changes into effect by 2027 — one year after what will be a transformational 2026 World Cup — the two sides need to get started as soon as possible.
—Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 24 July 2025
Creating educational pathways for others Rocketship Wisconsin Executive Director Kadeem Ruiz knows all about the importance of a transformational education.
—Mia Thurow, jsonline.com, 24 July 2025
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“Transformational.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transformational. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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