Transfigure
(verb)
To change the form or appearance of something, especially in a sudden or dramatic way.
Origin:
Derived from the latin words "trans" meaning across or through, and "figura" meaning form or shape.
Examples:
- The artist transfigured the blank canvas into a beautiful painting.
- The magician transfigured the rabbit into a dove.
- The makeup artist transfigured the actor into a completely different character.
- The plastic surgeon transfigured the patient's face.
- The dressmaker transfigured the plain fabric into a stunning gown.