anglicized
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈæŋɡlɪˌzaɪzd/
KK: /ˈæŋɡlɪˌzaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Changed to be more like English in style, language, or character.
Example
The anglicized version of the name made it easier for English speakers to pronounce.
Conversation
I just read a book that was really interesting but it felt so anglicized.
Oh really? What was it about?
It was a story set in Japan, but the characters spoke and acted very British.
That’s funny! Sometimes it takes away from the original culture.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
english
adapted
modified
Antonyms
foreign
untranslated
original
verb
Definition
To make something more English in character or style, often by changing its language or cultural aspects.
Example
The author anglicized the names of the characters to make the story more relatable to English readers.
Tense Forms
Past: anglicized
Past Participle: anglicized
Conversation
Did you know that some names have been anglicized over time?
Yeah, it's interesting how language evolves like that.
I just found out that my friend's last name was originally Italian and got anglicized.
Root Explanation
Anglicized is formed from "Anglic" (from Latin "Anglicus", meaning English) and "-ize" (meaning to make or to become). The word refers to the process of making something English in form or character.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Anglic' meaning English, and '-ize' meaning to make. This helps you remember that 'anglicized' means to make something English.
Visually Confused Words
angelicize