Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

morphosis

Noun
/mɔːrˈfoʊsɪs/
Definition
Morphosis refers to the process of development or change in form, structure, or shape.
Examples
  • During the morphosis of a caterpillar into a butterfly, it goes through astonishing physical transformations.
  • The morphosis of languages over time can lead to the development of entirely new dialects.
  • In psychology, morphosis can describe the gradual change in an individual’s personality traits as they age.
Meaning
It often relates to biological processes where an organism undergoes significant changes as it grows or evolves.
Synonyms
  • Transformation
  • Development
  • Metamorphosis
  • Evolution