chrysamminic
/krɪˌsæmɪˈnɪk/Definitions
1. adjective
relating to or resembling chrysalis or the process of chrysalis
“The scientist studied the chrysamminic stage of the butterfly’s life cycle.”
2. noun
a state or period of transformation or change, especially one that is difficult or painful
“After the divorce, she went through a chrysamminic period of self-discovery.”