Character Development In Fiction

noun a person's shift in attitude or opinion

preposition indicates the relationship between 'change' and 'heart'

• After much deliberation, she had a change of heart and decided to support the new policy.
• I was against going to the party at first, but I had a change of heart and ended up having a great time.
• I used to hate sushi, but I had a change of heart and now it's my favorite food.
• He was known for his stubbornness, but he had a change of heart and started to see things differently.

verb to admit or acknowledge something, especially something that one is ashamed or embarrassed about

• The suspect finally decided to confess to the crime after hours of interrogation.
• I have to confess, I ate the last piece of cake.
• She confessed to her best friend about her crush on the new guy in school.
• He couldn't keep his feelings hidden any longer and had to confess his love for her.

verb to stir up or arouse a feeling or reaction in someone

• The controversial article provoked a heated debate among scholars.
• Her rude comment really provoked him.
• The prank they pulled on him really provoked him to anger.
• The haunting melody of the music provoked a flood of memories.