linearize

[ lin-ee-uh-rahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, lin·e·ar·ized, lin·e·ar·iz·ing.

1. to make linear; give linear form to.

Other Words From

• line·ar·i·zation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of linearize¹

First recorded in 1890–95; linear + -ize

Example Sentences

Dying has sharpened Taylor’s vision, occasioning a thorough life inventory, and writing, her métier, has given her a chance to linearize her thoughts.

From New York Times

“We try to linearize nature’s responses and that leads to placing ceilings on what can happen with management.”

From Washington Post