Definition

To create a monument in honor of someone or something, often to commemorate an important event or person.

Example

The city plans to monumentalize the contributions of local heroes with a new statue.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the plan to monumentalize the old library?

Yeah, it's such a great idea!

I think it will really honor the history of our town.

Absolutely! It deserves to be remembered in a special way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monumentalize → It is formed from "monument" (from Latin *monumentum*, meaning a memorial or reminder) and "-alize" (a suffix meaning to make or to cause to become). The word "monumentalize" means to make something into a monument or to give it monumental significance.

Memory Tip

Think of creating a 'memorial' ('monument') and 'making' it significant ('-alize'). This helps you remember that to monumentalize means to give something the importance of a monument.

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