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epigrammatize

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌɛpɪˈɡræməˌtaɪz/

KK: /ˌɛpɪˈɡræməˌtaɪz/

intransitive verb
Definition

To create a short, witty poem or statement that expresses an idea in a clever way.


Example

He loves to epigrammatize his thoughts on life in a few clever lines.


Tense Forms

Past: epigrammatized

Past Participle: epigrammatized


Conversation
Sloth A
I've been trying to think of a clever way to epigrammatize my thoughts lately.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! What kind of thoughts are you working with?
Sloth A
Mostly about life and how to express it succinctly.
Sloth B
I love that idea! Short and witty can be really impactful.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
witticism
quips
aphorize
Antonyms
prolong
dawdle
linger
transitive verb
Definition

To express something in a concise and witty manner, often in the form of a short poem or saying.


Example

The author was known to epigrammatize his thoughts on life in clever and memorable phrases.


Tense Forms

Past: epigrammatized

Past Participle: epigrammatized


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried to epigrammatize your thoughts about life?
Sloth B
Not really, but it sounds interesting!
Sloth A
I think it could be a fun way to express deep ideas simply.
Root Explanation

Epigrammatize → It is formed from "epigramma" (from Greek "epigramma", meaning an inscription or a short poem) and "-ize" (a suffix meaning to make or to render). The word "epigrammatize" means to render or express something in the form of an epigram or a concise, witty statement.

Memory Tip

Think of creating a short, clever saying or poem ('epigramma') when you 'make' something ('-ize') into an epigram.

Visually Confused Words
diagrammatize
unepigrammatic
metagrammatize
grammaticize
Is this page helpful?
Sloth B
Definitely! I’d love to see what you come up with.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
summarize
paraphrase
condense
Antonyms
expand
elaborate
prolong