metamorphic

The definition of metamorphic is characterized or formed by changing.

(adjective)

An example of something metamorphic is a caterpillar turning into a butterfly; a metamorphic animal.

See metamorphic in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

of, characterized by, causing, or formed by metamorphism or metamorphosis

See metamorphic in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

also met·a·mor·phous (-fəs) Of, relating to, or characterized by metamorphosis.
Geology Changed in structure or composition as a result of metamorphism. Used of rock.

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Origin: metamorph(osis)

Origin: + -ic

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