9 3 verb v Example sentence • The company hired a PR agency to publicize their new product.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• To increase the size of something, especially to unusual proportions.
Example sentence • I ordered a supersize pizza for the party.
9 3 verb v verb
• find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
Example sentence • She criticized his behavior at the party.
9 3 verb v verb
• to stress, single out as important
Example sentence • She emphasized the importance of punctuality in the workplace.
9 3 verb v verb
• accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
Example sentence • I couldn't recognize her because she was wearing a disguise.
9 3 verb v Example sentence • Can you summarize the main points of the article?
7 3 verb v verb
• coat a metal with an oxide coat
Example sentence • The company anodizes aluminum parts for various industries.
9 3 verb v verb
• grant authorization or clearance for
Example sentence • The manager authorized the purchase of new office equipment.
8 3 verb v verb
• settle as a colony; of countries in the developing world
Example sentence • European countries colonized many parts of Africa in the late 19th century.
9 3 verb v verb
• provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to
Example sentence • Farmers fertilize their crops to ensure healthy growth.
10 3 verb v verb
• pose a threat to; present a danger to
Example sentence • Driving under the influence can jeopardize your life and the lives of others.
8 3 verb v verb
• commit to memory; learn by heart
Example sentence • She tried to memorize the lyrics of the song.
10 3 verb v verb
• make politically neutral and thus inoffensive
Example sentence • The police officer neutralized the threat by shooting the armed suspect.
9 3 verb v verb
• make free from bacteria
Example sentence • The surgeon will sterilize the tools before the operation.
9 3 verb v verb
• coerce by violence or with threats
Example sentence • The group of thugs terrorize the neighborhood every night.
10 4 verb v Example sentence • Can you please capitalize the first letter of the sentence?
10 4 verb v verb
• draw from specific cases for more general cases
Example sentence • It is important not to generalize about all teenagers based on the actions of a few.
11 5 verb v verb
• come into being; become reality
Example sentence • After years of hard work, their dream of opening a restaurant finally materialized.
4 1 noun n Example sentence • He closed his eyes and fell asleep.
8 3 verb v verb
• declare (a dead person) to be a saint
Example sentence • The pope decided to canonize Mother Teresa for her charitable works.
9 3 verb v verb
• burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent
Example sentence • The doctor will cauterize the wound to stop the bleeding.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • I want to colorize this black and white photo.
11 3 verb v verb
• cause to take on a definite and clear shape
Example sentence • As the temperature dropped, the liquid began to crystallize into ice.
8 3 verb v verb
• praise formally and eloquently
Example sentence • During the memorial service, the priest will eulogize the deceased.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • The author used vivid descriptions to humanize the character and make her relatable.
6 3 verb v verb
• become converted into ions
Example sentence • The radiation was strong enough to ionize the air molecules.
7 3 verb v Example sentence • Please itemize all the expenses incurred during the trip.
8 3 verb v verb
• identify the location or place of
Example sentence • The company plans to localize its products for the Canadian market.
10 3 verb v Example sentence • Remember to moisturize your skin before going to bed.
9 3 verb v verb
• become normal or return to its normal state
Example sentence • Let's normalize the data before analyzing it.
8 3 verb v verb
• authenticate as a notary
Example sentence • The lawyer will notarize the contract for you.
8 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• larger than normal for its kind
Example sentence • She bought an oversize sweater that was much too big for her.
10 3 verb v verb
• heat food in order to kill harmful microorganisms
Example sentence • Milk is pasteurized to kill harmful bacteria.
10 3 verb v verb
• take without referencing from someone else's writing or speech; of intellectual property
10 3 verb v verb
• increase the pressure on a gas or liquid
Example sentence • You need to pressurize the canister before using it.
9 3 verb v verb
• change from governmental to private control or ownership
Example sentence • The government intends to privatize the water supply industry.
9 3 verb v verb
• make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust
Example sentence • He used a hammer to pulverize the rock into small pieces.
8 3 verb v Example sentence • The comedian used sharp wit to satirize political leaders.
10 3 verb v verb
• strike with disgust or revulsion
Example sentence • Her provocative dress scandalized the conservative crowd.
10 3 verb v verb
• to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail
Example sentence • The detective scrutinized the crime scene for any clues.
9 3 verb v verb
• draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time
Example sentence • I didn't want to make a decision right away, so I had to temporize .
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj adjective satellite
• smaller than normal for its kind
9 3 verb v verb
• destroy wantonly, as through acts of vandalism
Example sentence • They vandalized the building by spray-painting graffiti on the walls.
9 3 verb v Example sentence • Rubber tires are vulcanized to make them more durable.
9 3 verb v verb
• cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use
Example sentence • He vulgarized the artwork by adding crude graffiti to it.
9 3 verb v Example sentence • It's time to winterize the cabin before the cold weather arrives.
11 4 verb v verb
• get used to a certain climate
Example sentence • It takes time to acclimatize to high altitudes.
9 4 verb v verb
• make real or concrete; give reality or substance to
Example sentence • He was finally able to actualize his dream of starting his own business.
10 4 verb v verb
• be converted into caramel
Example sentence • I like to caramelize onions to add a sweet flavor to my dishes.
10 4 verb v verb
• place into or assign to a category
Example sentence • She always categorizes her books according to genre.
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