Becoming
/bɪˈkʌmɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo develop into; to grow into; to change into.
/bɪˈkʌmɪŋ/
Gradually developing into something
The caterpillar is becoming a butterfly.
💡 Simply: Getting to be; changing into.
More Examples
The city is becoming more crowded.
How It's Used
"The weather is becoming colder."
"She's becoming a more confident speaker."
Suitable or appropriate; enhancing someone's appearance.
/bɪˈkʌmɪŋ/
Suitable or appropriate
That dress is very becoming on you.
💡 Simply: Looking good on; suitable; fitting.
More Examples
Such rude behavior is unbecoming of a student.
How It's Used
"That color is becoming to her."
"His behavior is not becoming of a gentleman."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From the verb 'to become', itself from Old English *becoman, from *be- + *cuman "to come". It reflects a gradual development from a sense of 'coming into existence' to its present wider uses.
Historically, 'becoming' has been used more frequently in formal written contexts.
Memory tip
Think of 'becoming' as something that happens over time, like becoming an adult.
Word Origin
"to come to be"