Definition

To make someone or something remembered forever, often by creating a lasting tribute or work of art.

Example

The artist hoped to immortalize her friend through her paintings.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how some artists try to immortalize their best moments?

Yeah, it's fascinating! They really want to be remembered forever.

Right? I think it's a beautiful way to honor their legacy.

Absolutely! It's like creating something that lives on even after they're gone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Immortalize → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "mortal" (from Latin "mortalis", meaning subject to death) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to cause to be). The word "immortalize" means to make something not subject to death, or to make it live forever in memory or legacy.

Memory Tip

Think of making something 'not mortal' ('in-' means not, and 'mortal' means subject to death) — that's why immortalize means to make something live on forever.

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