Definitions

1. verb

to come into existence or a new condition, especially one that is better or more desirable

“After working hard, she became a successful businesswoman.”

2. verb

to change or develop into something different

“The company will become more efficient with the new technology.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is becoming or has become something

“The young actor was a rising star, a becoming young man.”

4. verb

to take on a particular quality or characteristic

“The cold weather will become bitter tonight.”

5. verb

to enter into a new state or relation

“The couple will become husband and wife in a few months.”

6. preposition

used to indicate movement or change from one state or condition to another

“She is becoming more confident every day.”