| 单词 | change |
| 释义 | change —change /tʃeɪndʒ/ noun (BECOMING DIFFERENT) A2 [C or U] the act of becoming different, or the result of something becoming different: » Let me know if there's any change in the situation.» We're living in a time of great change.» We need a change of government.» a change in lifestyle» They've made a lot of changes to the house.» The new management will make fundamental/radical/sweeping changes (= do things in a very different way).Thesaurus+: ↑Change and changesB1 [S] something that is pleasant or interesting because it is unusual or new: » It's nice to see her smile for a change.» "Shall we eat in the garden?" "Why not - it'll make a change."» We've always had a red car - it's time we had a change!Thesaurus+: ↑Change and changeschange of sceneF0 a new situation: » She'd been with the same company for too many years and felt she needed a change of scene, so she applied for a job as a stage manager.Thesaurus+: ↑Change and changesWord partners for change noun• a ♯fundamental/♯major/♯significant change• a ♯dramatic/♯radical/♯sweeping change• ♯implement/♯make a change• ♯undergo a change• ♯bring about/♯cause a change• a change ♯in/♯to sth• a change ♯of sthWord Builder:–Nouns: change–Adjectives: changeable, interchangeable, unchanged, changing–Verbs: changeCollocations:–Verbs-lu. effect/implement/introduce/make a change» The head teacher is implementing radical changes in the school.-lu. bring (about)/cause a change» Increased computerization has brought about huge changes in our working practices.-lu. demand/require a change» These new targets will require a change in working practices.-lu. see a change» We haven't seen any change in his attitude.-lu. undergo a change» Tropical forests undergo little seasonal change.-lu. propose a change» We are proposing radical changes to the law.-lu. welcome a change» They welcomed changes to the treatment of mentally ill patients.-lu. oppose/resist a change» The older members were resisting any change to club rules.-lu. anticipate a change» We're not anticipating any great change in the law.-lu. changes wrought by sth» They have suffered because of the changes wrought by war.-lu. reflect a change» Her remarks reflect the change in government policy.-lu. a change occurs/takes place» She spoke of the changes in society which have occurred in her lifetime.-lu. make a change» It certainly makes a change for Tom to be early!–Adjectives-lu. a big/great/far-reaching/fundamental/major/massive/profound/significant/substantial change» This annoucment marks a fundamental change in employer-union relations.-lu. a dramatic/drastic/radical/revolutionary change» There has been a dramatic change in attitudes towards smoking.-lu. an abrupt/last-minute/overnight/rapid/sudden change» There was a sudden change to our plans.-lu. a cosmetic/minor/slight/small/subtle change» We made some minor changes to the timetable.-lu. a real change» We need to see a real change in our children's eating habits.-lu. a sweeping/wholesale change» There have been sweeping changes in the univerity curriculum.-lu. a gradual/incremental change» There has been a gradual change in her political beliefs.-lu. an irreversable change» Changes in the country's economy appear to be irreversible.-lu. a recent change» Recent changes in employment law meant she was able to keep her job.-lu. a nice/refreshing change» It makes a refreshing change to be listened to.–Types-lu. a behavioural/cultural/demographic/economic/organisational/physiological/political/social/socioeconomic/technological change» The company has introduced major organisational changes.-lu. climate/climatic change» Scientists are stuying climate change.-lu. policy/constitutional/legislative change» Such a move would require constitutional change.-lu. lifestyle changes» We are encouraging people to make lifestyle changes, such as using their cars less.-lu. boundary changes» Boundary changes mean that he may struggle to win the next election.–Nouns-lu. a catalyst for change» Their deaths were a catalyst for changes to road safety laws.-lu. mood change» She suffered from extreme mood changes.-lu. a change of direction/pace/tack» His later works show a complete change of direction.-lu. a change of heart/attitude» Before, he wouldn't allow Ben in his house, but he seems to have had a change of heart.-lu. a change of scenery» A change of scenery will do you good.-lu. a change of clothes» Take a change of clothes in case you get wet.–Prepositions-lu. a change in/to sth» There have been several changes in the divorce laws.-lu. a change of sth» There was a change of emphasis in her work.-lu. for a change» We're going to Edinburgh for a change.-lu. a change from sth» This makes a change from cheese sandwiches!–Phrases-lu. a change for the better» The shorter meetings were definitely a change for the better.• • • Extra Examples:» The minister has announced that there will be no change in government policy.» The holiday was a welcome change.» A lot of people were caught out by the sudden change in the weather.» You're not planning a change of career, are you?» The country is crying out for a change in leadership.Common mistake: change! Warning: Choose the right verb!! Don't say 'do changes', say make changes, or in slightly more formal English implement changes:✗ I suggest you do some changes to the programme.» I suggest you make some changes to the programme.noun (CLOTHES) F0 [C] the action of putting on different clothes: » She did a quick change before going on TV.Thesaurus+: ↑Putting clothes ona change of clothesA2 a set of clothes as well as the ones that you are wearing: » You'll need a change of clothes if you're staying overnight.Thesaurus+: ↑Clothing - general wordsWord partners for change noun• a ♯fundamental/♯major/♯significant change• a ♯dramatic/♯radical/♯sweeping change• ♯implement/♯make a change• ♯undergo a change• ♯bring about/♯cause a change• a change ♯in/♯to sth• a change ♯of sthnoun (MONEY) A2 [U] money in the form of coins rather than notes: » She gave me £5 in change.» My dad always used to carry a lot of loose/small change (= coins) in his pocket.Thesaurus+: ↑Forms of money and methods of paymentF0 [U] smaller units of money given in exchange for larger units of the same amount: » Have you got change for a 20-dollar bill?Thesaurus+: ↑Forms of money and methods of paymentA2 [U] the money that is returned to someone who has paid for something that costs less than the amount that they gave: » I think you've given me the wrong change.Thesaurus+: ↑General words for amounts of money , ↑Large amounts of money , ↑Small amounts of moneyWord partners for change noun• a ♯fundamental/♯major/♯significant change• a ♯dramatic/♯radical/♯sweeping change• ♯implement/♯make a change• ♯undergo a change• ♯bring about/♯cause a change• a change ♯in/♯to sth• a change ♯of sth• • • Extra Examples:» Here's your change, darling.» She delved into her pocket to find some change.» He fumbled in his pockets for some change.» He carefully pocketed his change.» "Have you got any change?" "Sorry, I've only got a five-pound note.noun [C] (TRANSPORT) ► F0 the action of getting off a train, bus, etc. and catching another in order to continue a journey: » I hate journeys where you've got a lot of changes.Thesaurus+: ↑TravellingWord partners for change noun• a ♯fundamental/♯major/♯significant change• a ♯dramatic/♯radical/♯sweeping change• ♯implement/♯make a change• ♯undergo a change• ♯bring about/♯cause a change• a change ♯in/♯to sth• a change ♯of sthverb (BECOME DIFFERENT) ↑Verb Endings for change A1 [T] to exchange one thing for another thing, especially of a similar type: » She's just changed jobs.» Let's change the subject (= talk about something different).Thesaurus+: ↑Changing , ↑Adapting and modifying , ↑Adapting and attuning to something , ↑Changing frequentlyA2 [I or T] to make or become different: » I almost didn't recognize her - she'd changed so much.» That was 20 years ago and things have changed since then.» Nothing changes, does it - I've been away two years and the office still looks exactly the same.» People have changed their diets a lot over the past few years.» I'm going to change my hairstyle.Thesaurus+: ↑Changing , ↑Adapting and modifying , ↑Adapting and attuning to something , ↑Changing frequentlyB1 [I or T] to take something you have bought back to a shop and exchange it for something else: » I had to change those trousers I bought for (= take them back to the shop in order to get) a bigger pair.Thesaurus+: ↑Changing , ↑Adapting and modifying , ↑Adapting and attuning to something , ↑Changing frequentlychange your mindB1 to form a new opinion or make a new decision about something that is different from your old one: » If you change your mind about coming tonight, just give me a call.» When I first met him I didn't like him but I've changed my mind.Thesaurus+: ↑Changing your mindchange for the betterF0 to improve: » Her attitude has definitely changed for the better since she started this new job.Thesaurus+: ↑Changing , ↑Adapting and modifying , ↑Adapting and attuning to something , ↑Changing frequentlyThesaurus+: ↑Becoming better , ↑Making things better , ↑Making progress and advancingchange placesF0 to be in someone else's situation: » I wouldn't change places with him for the world!Thesaurus+: ↑Replacing and exchangingchange your waysF0 to improve the bad parts of your behaviour: » If he wants to carry on living here, he's going to have to change his ways and learn to be a bit more tidy.Thesaurus+: ↑Changing , ↑Adapting and modifying , ↑Adapting and attuning to something , ↑Changing frequentlyWord Builder:–Nouns: change–Adjectives: changeable, interchangeable, unchanged, changing–Verbs: change• • • Extra Examples:» He said that he hadn't seen the traffic light change to red.» They all tried to persuade him to change his decision.» We don't expect the economic situation to change anytime soon.» It sounds to me like you ought to change jobs.» The weather in the hills can change very quickly, so take suitable clothing.verb [I or T] (US USUALLY shift) (SPEED) ↑Verb Endings for change ► F0 to put a vehicle into a different gear, usually in order to change the speed at which it is moving: » to change gear» I changed into fourth (gear).» UK Change down to go round the corner.Thesaurus+: ↑Driving and operating road vehiclesverb [I or T] (CLOTHES/BEDS) ↑Verb Endings for change ► A2 to remove one set of clothes and put a different set on yourself or a young child, especially a baby, or to remove dirty sheets from a bed and put clean ones on it: » You don't need to change - you look great as you are.» I'll just change into (= get dressed in) something a bit smarter.» Give me five minutes to change out of (= remove) my work clothes and I'll come out with you.» How often do you think he changes his shirt?» Could you change the baby (= the baby's nappy)?» I've changed the sheets/the bed (= the sheets on the bed) in the guest room.Thesaurus+: ↑Putting clothes onThesaurus+: ↑Removing and getting rid of things , ↑Taking things away from someone or somewhere• • • Extra Examples:» You are going to change, aren't you? You can't go in those tatty old jeans.» When did you last change the linen on the children's beds?» I hadn't even changed when our first guests arrived, so Jeff had to cope on his own.» I usually insist that he changes out of his work clothes before dinner.» Can you make sure your brother doesn't walk in when I'm changing?verb [I or T] (TRANSPORT) ↑Verb Endings for change ► A2 to get off a train, bus, etc. and catch another in order to continue a journey: » I had to change (trains) twice to get there.» Change at Peterborough for York.Thesaurus+: ↑Travelling• • • Extra Examples:» This train will terminate at the next stop - passengers who wish to continue should change trains.» You should stay on the train until Manchester and then change.» The only thing I'm worried about is changing trains at Kings Cross.» You'll have to change buses when you get into Victoria, but your next bus doesn't leave for half an hour.» It's an awkward journey - you have to change several times.verb [I] (WIND/SEA) ↑Verb Endings for change ► F0 When the wind or the tide (= the rise and fall of the sea) changes, it starts to move in a different direction: » The tide is starting to change.Thesaurus+: ↑Floods, tides and currentsverb [T] (MONEY) ↑Verb Endings for change ► A2 to get or give money in exchange for money, either because you want it in smaller units, or because you want the same value in foreign money: » Could you change a £10 note (for two fives), please?» Could you change a £5 note for me?» I need to change my dollars for/into English money.Thesaurus+: ↑Banks and bank accounts• • • Extra Examples:» Can you change a tenner for two fivers?» You can't pay in English money. You'll have to change some money at the bank.» I need to change some of these travellers cheques.» Will they change money at the hotel?» He kindly changed my foreign currency for me. |
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