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rarify

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈrɛrɪfaɪ/

KK: /ˈrɛrɪfaɪ/

verb
Definition

To make something less dense or more rare; to thin out or reduce in density.


Example

The scientist aimed to rarify the gas in the chamber to study its properties.


Tense Forms

Past: rarified

Past Participle: rarified


Conversation
Sloth A
I read that you can rarify the air by using certain plants in your home.
Sloth B
That's interesting! Which plants are good for that?
Sloth A
I've heard that peace lilies and snake plants work well to rarify indoor air quality.
Sloth B
I should definitely get some of those for my apartment!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
thin
dilute
purify
Antonyms
thicken
concentrate
pollute
Root Explanation

Rarify → It is formed from "rarus" (meaning rare or thin) and "-fy" (meaning to make). The word "rarify" means to make something rare or less dense.

Memory Tip

Think of making something 'rare' or 'thin' — 'rarus' means rare, and '-fy' means to make. This helps you remember that rarify means to make something less dense.

Visually Confused Words
ratify
rarefy
ramify
parify
aurify
aerify
recarnify
raif
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