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spiritualize

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //ˈspɪrɪtʃuəlaɪz//

KK: /ˈspɪrɪtʃuəlaɪz/

transitive verb
Definition

To give a spiritual quality or meaning to something, making it more connected to the spirit or soul.


Example

The artist aimed to spiritualize his work, infusing it with deeper meaning and emotion.


Tense Forms

Past: spiritualized

Past Participle: spiritualized


Conversation
Sloth A
I've been trying to find ways to spiritualize my daily routine.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! How do you plan to do that?
Sloth A
I think starting each day with meditation can help spiritualize my mindset.
Sloth B
Definitely! It can really change your perspective on everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sanctify
uplift
elevate
Antonyms
materialize
debase
diminish
Root Explanation

Spiritualize → It is formed from "spiritus" (from Latin, meaning breath or spirit) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to become). The word "spiritualize" means to make something spiritual or to imbue it with spiritual qualities.

Memory Tip

Think of 'spirit' as the essence of life and 'to make' something spiritual — that's why spiritualize means to make something have a spiritual quality.

Visually Confused Words
unspiritualize
despiritualize
unspiritualized
ritualize
virtualize
scripturalize
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