Pronunciation

/ˈswɪtʃ/

Definitions

Noun

1. A device or mechanism that controls the flow of electricity or signals, allowing you to change from one circuit or function to another. For example: “The light switch controls the power to the room.”
2. A change or transfer from one state, position, or option to another. For example: “Switching careers can be a challenging decision.”
3. A person’s manner of behavior or attitude, especially when suddenly changing. For example: “Her mood switched from happy to sad in an instant.”

Verb

1. To change from one state, option, or device to another. For example: “I’m going to switch off the TV now.”
2. To take control or responsibility for something. For example: “He switched to managing the project after the previous manager resigned.”
3. To exchange or alter (positions, roles, etc.). For example: “The players switched sides during the game.”

Preposition

Used to indicate a change or transfer of location or direction. For example: “She switched places with her sister at the table.”

Adjective

1. Characterizing a device that can be turned on or off. For example: “A smart home system with wireless switches.”
2. Quick to adapt or respond to new situations. For example: “She’s a switch who can easily handle multiple tasks.”

Phrases

• “Switch gears” means to change focus or approach.
• “Switch it up” suggests altering something to make it more interesting or varied.
• “Switch to a different mode” implies changing a setting or behavior.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The old switch was faulty, so we had to replace it.”
• Verb: “I decided to switch careers from engineering to teaching.”
• Preposition: “He switched the baby’s diaper before feeding.”

Synonyms

• Changeover
• Alter
• Exchange
• Relocate
• Convert
• Adapt
• Flip
• Reconfigure