Definition

To cover or stain something with blood or as if it were blood.

Example

The artist chose to ensanguine the canvas to evoke a sense of horror.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that horror movie last night?

Yeah, it was so intense! I can’t believe they actually ensanguine the main character like that.

I know, right? It really added to the shock value.

Absolutely! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ensanguine is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be) and "sanguis" (meaning blood in Latin). The word refers to the act of causing something to be bloodied or to imbue with blood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be' ('en-') and 'blood' ('sanguis') to remember that 'ensanguine' means to make something bloody.

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