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life-changing

[lahyf-chaynj-ing] / ˈlaɪfˌtʃeɪndʒ ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
altering a person's life in a substantial way
Synonyms
STRONGEST
metamorphic transformative
WEAK
cathartic mind-blowing revitalized
Antonyms
STRONG
uneventful
WEAK
everyday ordinary

Example Sentences

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In the last 12 months, McIlroy has discovered that was more of a memorable mile marker than a monumental, life-changing milestone.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The former transport worker plans to raise money for his local rugby club that brought him "back into the world" after a life-changing accident.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Ricci said his organization’s members “are doing their best to facilitate responsible access to life-changing education for students, including by reassessing how they evaluate creditworthiness in their loan programs.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

The 38-year-old said a quiet night later turned into a life-changing nightmare.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

What Koffi had said to him last night, what she’d helped him realize, had been life-changing; he literally felt lighter.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray