transformative
adj.adj. causing a major change in someone or something. You use this to describe an experience that completely improves how you think or live.
adj. causing a marked change in someone or something, typically for the better. Often used to describe the profound impact of technology, education, or personal experiences.
The new software had a transformative effect on our work.
Studying abroad was a transformative experience that changed her entire perspective on her career and future goals.
The introduction of the printing press was a transformative moment in human history, democratising access to knowledge and fundamentally altering the social and political landscape of Europe.
Often used attributively before nouns like 'effect', 'power', or 'experience'.
Last updated May 8, 2026