becoming

Definition

  • adjective: causing someone to look attractive
  • adjective: attractively suitable
  • synonyms: decent, decorous, seemly

Examples

  • Though poor, he carried himself with a dignity 'becoming' [='befitting'] a king.

  • She won the election, 'becoming' the first woman to be President of the nation.

  • It's 'becoming' [='getting'] quite cold in the evenings.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Or else... you're screwed. Let me tell you the truth. The break-up with Cecilia has hardened me. I'm becoming hard. With myself, with others. I'd learned never to despair when times are tough. Or to get elated when things are good. (..)
    2016 Me Before You
  • (..) Government spokesman. He never thought twice about declaring his ambition. Cecilia his wife is not happy. She regrets the Ministry. By becoming President, Sarkozy has overcome personal odds. Today is the day. million French citizens At p.m. we'll know who the next President is. (..)
    2016 Me Before You