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Meaning of metallicize
to give a metallic character or appearance to something
Etymology of metallicize
The word "metallicize" is derived from the combination of "metallic" and the suffix "-ize", which is a verb-forming suffix
The term "metallic" comes from the Latin "metallicus", meaning "of or pertaining to metal", which is itself derived from the Greek "metallon", meaning "mine" or "quarry"
The word "metallicize" has been in use since the mid-19th century, initially in scientific and technical contexts to describe the process of applying a metallic coating to a surface
Synonyms
metallize
alloy
amalgamate
combine
commingle
conjoin
consolidate
fuse
integrate
merge
mingle
mix
synthesize
unify
unite
amalgam
blend
coalesce
compound
consolidate
crystallize
hybridize
inoculate
intermix
meld
merge
mix
solder
weld
yoke
alloyed
amalgamated
blended
combined
commingled
consolidated
crystallized
hybridized
inoculated
intermixed
melded
merged
mixed
soldered
welded
Definitions
- To give a metallic character or appearance to something, especially by applying a thin layer of metal to its surface
- * To change or convert something into a metallic state or form
Usage Examples
- The company uses a special process to metallicize the plastic components, giving them a shiny, metallic appearance
- * The artist's use of metallic paint helped to metallicize the entire sculpture, creating a striking visual effect
Antonyms
demetallize
dehydrate
deionize
depolarize
desalinate
detoxify
disenfranchise
disentangle
disengage
disinherit
disintegrate
dislodge
dissociate
divest
demineralize
denature
depolymerize
desensitize
destabilize
disorganize
dismantled
dismembered
disoriented
dispossessed