Definition

To take on characteristics or qualities that are typical of Eastern cultures.

Example

As the festival began, the decorations started to orientalize the entire town square.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how some films really orientalize their settings?

Yeah, it can be pretty interesting to see that cultural twist.

I think it adds a unique flavor, but sometimes it feels exaggerated.

Definitely! It’s a fine line between appreciation and misrepresentation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make something have characteristics or features that are typical of Eastern cultures, especially those of Asia.

Example

The artist aimed to orientalize the landscape in his painting, incorporating traditional Asian elements.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I love how that artist can orientalize modern designs.

Yeah, it really gives them a unique flair.

It’s fascinating to see how they blend cultures like that.

Root Explanation

Orientalize → It is formed from "orient" (from Latin *orientem*, meaning rising or east) and "-alize" (a suffix used to form verbs meaning to make or to become). The word "orientalize" means to make something characteristic of the East or to adopt Eastern styles or elements.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'orient' which refers to the East, and remember that 'orientalize' means to make something reflect Eastern characteristics.

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