converted
Americanadjective
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noting a specified type of person who has been converted from the religion, beliefs, or attitudes characteristic of that type.
a converted Christian; a converted thief.
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noting anything, formerly of the type specified, that has been converted to something else.
His yacht is a converted destroyer escort.
Other Word Forms
- quasi-converted adjective
- unconverted adjective
Etymology
Origin of converted
Example Sentences
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Last week, we reported on companies that are using converted jet engines to power data centers.
It’s fair to say that if Marks hasn’t been completely converted to a bull on AI investment, he is now convinced of the revolutionary technological benefits it brings.
From MarketWatch
Through her, the spirits converted dozens of families in the surrounding area.
From Literature
They help control how genetic instructions in DNA are converted into proteins, assist in clearing away cellular waste that could otherwise become toxic, and can even play a role in suppressing tumor growth.
From Science Daily
Wednesday's news conference took place at Dutch Hall, a converted 16th-century church tucked away in the heart of the city.
From BBC
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