Definition

To allow fresh air to enter a space or to circulate air in order to improve air quality.

Example

We need to ventilate the room to get rid of the stale air.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think we should ventilate the room before the guests arrive.

Good idea! It's been closed up for too long.

Yeah, a little fresh air will make it more comfortable.

Definitely! Let's open the windows and let it in.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ventilate → It is formed from "ventus" (meaning wind) and "-late" (from the Latin suffix "-latus", meaning to carry). The word "ventilate" means to carry or allow wind to flow through a space, thus providing fresh air.

Memory Tip

Imagine allowing 'wind' ('ventus') to 'carry' ('-late') through a room to keep it fresh — that's what ventilate means.

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