metamorphosis; abnormal; perverted
Meanings
4 senses · 12 examplesverb
to undergo metamorphosis (of animals)
technicalBiological term referring to distinct life stage transformations in animals.
Tadpoles undergo metamorphosis to become frogs.
Silkworms undergo complete metamorphosis to become moths.
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The metamorphosis of butterflies includes four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.
verb
to undergo modification (of plants); to become modified
technicalBotanical term for structural changes in plant organs due to environmental adaptation.
The tuber of a potato is a modified stem.
The spines of cacti are formed from modified leaves.
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Radishes are modified roots used for storing nutrients.
verb
to become abnormal or perverted (psychologically); to develop a disorder
neutralOften used to describe deviant behavior or psychology. Can be derogatory depending on context.
Long-term stress made him somewhat psychologically abnormal.
Bullying the weak is really perverted behavior.
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This movie depicts a psychologically disturbed killer.
noun
abnormal state; abnormality; deviation from the norm
neutralRefers to the state or condition of being abnormal, often used in medical, psychological, or technical contexts.
This reaction is an abnormality that requires timely treatment.
The transition from normal state to abnormal state usually has specific causes.
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Social abnormalities are worthy of researchers' attention.