conversion

con-ver-sion · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The process of changing from one form to another.

  2. 2.

    The act of changing religion or beliefs.

  3. 3.

    (sports) A successful kick after a try or touchdown.

  4. 4.

    (computing) The process of changing data formats.

Forms

plural: conversions

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    conversion rate — percentage that take desired action
  • •
    conversion therapy — controversial treatment to change orientation

Related words

Antonyms: preservation
See also: change, convert, transformation
Synonyms: adaptation, change, modification, transformation

Etymology

From Latin "conversio" meaning turning around, from "convertere" (to turn around).