Definition

Made into something that can be used to harm or attack.

Example

The technology was weaponized for military purposes.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new technology they weaponized?

Yeah, it's pretty scary how they can turn anything into a weapon now.

I never thought tech could be so weaponized in our lifetime.

It's a bit unsettling, honestly. We need to be careful with how we use it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make something into a weapon or to adapt it for use as a weapon.

Example

The military has weaponized drones for surveillance and combat.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new technology that has been weaponized?

Yeah, it's pretty scary how fast things are changing.

I never thought tech could be turned into a weaponized tool like that.

Root Explanation

Weaponized → It is formed from "weapon" (from Old English *wǣpen*, meaning a tool or instrument of combat) and "-ized" (a suffix meaning to make or to become). The word "weaponized" means to make something into a weapon or to adapt it for use in combat or conflict.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tool for combat' ('weapon') being 'made into' something more effective for fighting ('-ized'). This helps you remember that 'weaponized' means to turn something into a weapon.

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