English · Common Verbs
becoming
/bɪˈkʌmɪŋ/
[/bɪˈkʌmɪŋ/]
present participle of become
Beginnerverb
Definition
Present participle of 'become': growing or changing into something, happening now.
Example
The small town is becoming a popular tourist destination thanks to its beautiful old harbor.
The small town is becoming a popular tourist destination thanks to its beautiful old harbor.
Etymology
From Old English 'becuman' (to come about) plus the '-ing' ending.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in continuous tenses; as an adjective it means attractive or suitable.