Meaning of the word becomes in English

What does becomes mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

becomes

US /bɪˈkʌmz/
UK /bɪˈkʌmz/

Verb

1.

to start to be; to grow to be

Example:
She becomes a doctor next year.
The weather becomes colder in autumn.
2.

to suit or look good on someone

Example:
That dress really becomes you.
It hardly becomes a gentleman to behave in such a way.