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Synonyms for become

Verb

1. become, go, get, change state, turn
usage: enter or assume a certain state or condition; "He became annoyed when he heard the bad news"; "It must be getting more serious"; "her face went red with anger"; "She went into ecstasy"; "Get going!"
2. become, turn, transform, transmute, metamorphose
usage: undergo a change or development; "The water turned into ice"; "Her former friend became her worst enemy"; "He turned traitor"
3. become
usage: come into existence; "What becomes has duration"
4. become, suit, beautify, embellish, prettify
usage: enhance the appearance of; "Mourning becomes Electra"; "This behavior doesn't suit you!"
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