What does "Shaped" mean? (1 Viewer)

[PodiatryA]

For example:
"How has imagery shaped your understanding of other people and their worlds"

Can someone please explain in a few words, what it means. I know it's a stupid question, but i want to be exact in how i structure my essay

 

[Aerath]

Shaped = changed, extended etc etc

 

[fullonoob]

how it has transformed your initial response to something which may give value. OR how it has enlightened you and changed your point of view basically.

 

[cassiecocaine]

how has it developed your understanding.