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becomes

v.
A1 Beginner US //bɪˈkəmz// UK //bɪkˈʌmz// be·comes

v. to start to be something or change into a new state. You use this when someone grows up or when the weather changes.

v. to begin to be or grow to be something; to undergo a change in state or status. Functions as a linking verb connecting a subject to a complement.


SIMPLE

The weather becomes cold in October.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of hard work and study, she finally becomes a qualified surgeon.

COMPLEX

As the narrative progresses, the protagonist becomes increasingly disillusioned with the society he once fought to protect, leading to a dramatic shift in his loyalties.

Synonyms
Usage

A linking verb that takes a noun or adjective as a complement; it is never used in the passive voice.

Pitfall

He becomes to be a doctorHe becomes a doctorThe verb is followed directly by a noun or adjective; it does not take an infinitive 'to be' like the verb 'seem' might.

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