To pass from one state to another; to enter into some state or condition, by a change from another state, or by assuming or receiving new properties or qualities, additional matter, or a new character.
- To grow or come to be: became more knowledgeable; will become clearer in the morning.
- To be appropriate or suitable to: "It would not become me . . . to interfere with parties” ( Jonathan Swift).
- To show to advantage; look good with: The new suit becomes you.
- become of To be the fate of; happen to: What has become of the old garden?