despiritualize

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /dɪˈspɪrɪtʃuˌaɪz/

KK: /dɪˈspɪrɪtʃuˌaɪz/

verb

Definition

To take away the spiritual qualities or influence from something or someone.

Example

The harsh realities of life can sometimes despiritualize a person's outlook.

Tense Forms

Past: despiritualized

Past Participle: despiritualized

Conversation

Do you think modern life can despiritualize people?

Definitely, with all the distractions around us.

Yeah, it feels like we lose touch with what really matters.

Exactly! We need to find ways to reconnect with our inner selves.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

secularize

dehumanize

materialize

Antonyms

spiritualize

sanctify

uplift

Root Explanation

Despiritualize → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "spiritualis" (from Latin, meaning relating to the spirit). The word means to remove or diminish the spiritual aspect of something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') the 'spiritual' aspect — that's why despiritualize means to take away the spiritual quality.

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