switch (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /swɪtʃ/

Definition

To change from one thing, action, or state to another.

Examples

• She decided to switch careers after ten years in law.

• The train will switch tracks at the next station.

• Can you switch seats with me so I can see better?

How to Use switch

switch to (prepositional phrase)

To change to something different. — "The company decided to switch to a new software."

switch from ... to ... (prepositional phrase)

To change from one thing to another. — "She switched from studying medicine to art history."

switch on (phrasal verb)

To activate a device or machine. — "He switched on the radio to listen to the news."

switch off (phrasal verb)

To deactivate a device or machine. — "Please switch off your mobile phones during the performance."

switch over (phrasal verb)

To change from one system, method, or activity to another. — "The broadcast will switch over to the live coverage at noon."

Synonyms of switch

Words with a similar meaning to switch:

• change
• alter
• modify
• convert

Antonyms of switch

Words with the opposite meaning to switch:

• maintain
• continue

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