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exteriorization

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌɛkstɪəriəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ɛkˌstɪəriəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The act of making something abstract into a physical form or representation.


Example

The artist's work is a beautiful exteriorization of her thoughts and feelings.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about the idea of exteriorization in art?
Sloth B
Yeah, it’s interesting how artists bring their thoughts into a physical form.
Sloth A
Exactly! It makes me appreciate the creativity behind each piece.
Sloth B
For sure, it’s like seeing someone’s inner world made visible.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
manifestation
expression
embodiment
Antonyms
concealment
suppression
invisibility
Root Explanation

Exteriorization → It is formed from "exterior" (from Latin "exterior" meaning outer or external) and "-ization" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a process or action). The word "exteriorization" refers to the process of making something external or manifesting it outwardly.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'exterior' meaning 'outer' and remember that 'exteriorization' is the process of bringing something to the outside.

Visually Confused Words
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