Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
game-changer
noun
/ˈɡeɪmˌʧeɪnər/

Definition
A game-changer is an event, idea, or procedure that significantly alters the way a situation develops or progresses.

Examples
- The introduction of smartphones was a game-changer in the telecommunications industry.
- Her innovative approach to teaching was a true game-changer for the students’ learning experience.
- The new government policy is expected to be a game-changer for healthcare access.

Meaning
It refers to anything that fundamentally changes the conditions of a situation, usually in a beneficial way.

Synonyms
- revolutionary
- breakthrough
- turning point
- transformation
- innovator