Definitions

1. verb

past tense of become; to come to have a particular quality or property

“She became an expert in the field after years of practice.”

2. verb

to change or develop into something new or different

“The company became more profitable after restructuring.”

3. verb

to grow or develop into something

“The child became tired after playing outside all day.”

4. adjective

having a particular quality or property; existing in a particular state

“The became-obsolete technology was replaced by newer models.”

5. adverb

in a manner of becoming or developing

“The project became more efficient after the team’s changes.”