Commutation
noun
The action of changing something into another.
Commutation of sins into virtues
Often appears as...
- commutation of sentence
- commutation of circuit
noun
The action of substituting one thing with another. In law, this word often refers to changing punishment to another that is less severe.
The death sentence was subject to commutation to life imprisonment
Often appears as...
- commutation of punishment
- commutation of sentence
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
In electricity, it is the action of reversing the direction of electric current.
The machine provides efficient commutation
Often appears as...
- commutation of current
- commutation process
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
The action of changing something into another.
Commutation of sins into virtues
Often appears as...
- commutation of sentence
- commutation of circuit
noun
The action of substituting one thing with another. In law, this word often refers to changing punishment to another that is less severe.
The death sentence was subject to commutation to life imprisonment
Often appears as...
- commutation of punishment
- commutation of sentence
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
In electricity, it is the action of reversing the direction of electric current.
The machine provides efficient commutation
Often appears as...
- commutation of current
- commutation process
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Transformation Usage
Used to describe a change in form, quality, or condition.
Her commutation from a shy girl to a confident speaker was remarkable.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Physical Change
Indicates metaphorical or abstract changes, not usually physical alterations.
The story depicted the commutation of the character's feelings.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Overuse
Use sparingly; 'commutation' can seem overly formal in casual conversation.
In a casual talk, 'change' is preferred over 'commutation'.
Pro Tip 1/3Transformation Usage
Used to describe a change in form, quality, or condition.
Her commutation from a shy girl to a confident speaker was remarkable.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Physical Change
Indicates metaphorical or abstract changes, not usually physical alterations.
The story depicted the commutation of the character's feelings.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Overuse
Use sparingly; 'commutation' can seem overly formal in casual conversation.
In a casual talk, 'change' is preferred over 'commutation'.
Pro Tip 1/3Transformation Usage
Used to describe a change in form, quality, or condition.
Her commutation from a shy girl to a confident speaker was remarkable.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Physical Change
Indicates metaphorical or abstract changes, not usually physical alterations.
The story depicted the commutation of the character's feelings.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Overuse
Use sparingly; 'commutation' can seem overly formal in casual conversation.
In a casual talk, 'change' is preferred over 'commutation'.
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Video examples
The Lady Lifers: A...
life without the possibility of parole. For us lifers, as we call ourselves, our only chance for release is through commutation,
Video examples
The Lady Lifers: A...
life without the possibility of parole. For us lifers, as we call ourselves, our only chance for release is through commutation,
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