His manners have undergone a huge change since his association with his new partners.
A sea change refers to a profound or significant change, especially in character or behavior.
an oceanic change
The phrase a sea change refers to a significant and profound transformation. It fits perfectly in the context of a dramatic change in someone's manners. - Option (B) a big change is too general and doesn't convey the depth of transformation implied in the sentence. - Option (C) a vast change doesn't have the same idiomatic meaning as a sea change. - Option (D) an oceanic change is not a common idiom. Therefore, a sea change (Option A) is the most appropriate choice.