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Immortalize: meaning, definitions and examples

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immortalize

 

[ ɪˈmɔːrtəˌlaɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

arts or culture

To immortalize means to make someone or something be remembered forever. This is often achieved through artistic representations, achievements, or significant acts that capture the essence of a person or event. The function of immortalization is to preserve a legacy or memory in the minds of future generations. It is commonly used in discussions about the influence of art, literature, and history on society.

Synonyms

commemorate, enshrine, eternalize, preserve

Examples of usage

  • The artist aimed to immortalize her late grandfather through her painting.
  • Historians often seek to immortalize significant events in their writings.
  • The trophy was created to immortalize the champion's victory.
  • Movies sometimes immortalize the lives of important historical figures.

Translations

Translations of the word "immortalize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 imortalizar

🇮🇳 अमर करना

🇩🇪 unsterblich machen

🇮🇩 mengabadikan

🇺🇦 увічнити

🇵🇱 uwiecznić

🇯🇵 不朽にする

🇫🇷 immortaliser

🇪🇸 inmortalizar

🇹🇷 ölümsüzleştirmek

🇰🇷 불멸하게 하다

🇸🇦 تخليد

🇨🇿 zvěčnit

🇸🇰 zvečniť

🇨🇳 使不朽

🇸🇮 pokloniti večno

🇮🇸 óbuga

🇰🇿 мәңгілік ету

🇬🇪 უკვდავი გახადო

🇦🇿 əbədiləşdirmək

🇲🇽 inmortalizar

Etymology

The word 'immortalize' derives from the Latin word 'immortalizāre', which combines 'immortalis' meaning 'immortal' and the suffix '-ize' which is used to form verbs indicating to make or to become. The term began to be used in the English language in the late 19th century, reflecting a growing interest in culture and history. As societies sought to preserve the memory of individuals and events, the concept of immortalization became more relevant, particularly in arts, literature, and commemorative practices. Today, it is commonly associated with various forms of recognition, from monuments and literature to cinematic adaptations.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,491 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.