Definition

The process of making someone or something live forever in memory or through art.

Example

The artist's work led to the immortalization of the historical figure in the museum.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the concept of immortalization?

Yeah, it's interesting to think about how some people are remembered forever.

Exactly! I wonder what it takes for someone to achieve that kind of immortalization in history.

I guess making a significant impact is key, like through art or discoveries.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Immortalization → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "mortal" (from Latin "mortalis", meaning subject to death) and "-ization" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a process). The word "immortalization" means the process of making something not subject to death or granting it eternal life.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being added to 'mortal' (which means subject to death) — this helps you remember that 'immortalization' refers to the process of making something eternal.

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