Italianize

[ ih-tal-yuh-nahyz ]

verb (used without object)

, I·tal·ian·ized, I·tal·ian·iz·ing.

1. to become Italian in manner, character, etc.
2. to speak Italian.

verb (used with object)

, I·tal·ian·ized, I·tal·ian·iz·ing.

1. to make Italian, especially in manner, character, etc.

Italianize

/ ɪˈtæljəˌnaɪz /

verb

1. to make or become Italian or like an Italian person or thing

Derived Forms

• Iˌtalianiˈzation, noun

Other Words From

• I·talian·i·zation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Italianize¹

First recorded in 1605–15; Italian + -ize

Example Sentences

Thus it will be seen that efforts were required to Italianize these places.

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