transform vs change

[Annaa]

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #105 "Synonyms for exchange", question 6

The manager decided to ......... the terms of our agreement.

(a) mutate
(b) modify
(c) exchange
(d) transform

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #105 "Synonyms for exchange", answer 6

The manager decided to modify the terms of our agreement.

Correct answer: (b) modify
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transform vs change?

[Conchita]

While both 'change' and 'transform' have the meaning of 'make different', the nuance lies in the fact that 'transform' suggests a complete change.