immortalize

verb

im·​mor·​tal·​ize i-ˈmȯr-tə-ˌlīz How to pronounce immortalize (audio)
immortalized; immortalizing
immortalization noun
immortalizer noun

Examples of immortalize in a Sentence

The battle was immortalized in a famous poem. The explorers were immortalized when the mountains were named after them.
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Their behind-the-scenes connection was immortalized in their on-screen dynamic. Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 31 Dec. 2024 In addition to Perry’s 2024 Netflix film, they’ve been immortalized in a musical, Six Triple Eight, a 2024 historical novel by Sheila Williams called No Better Time and many nonfiction books. Emily Krauser, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024 Her life and reign have since been immortalized in various works of art, literature and historical accounts over the centuries. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024 The 830 coup attempt that prompted Einhard to immortalize the folk memory of Wiggo was dramatic, revealing deep divisions behind an appearance of elite comity and consensus. Matthew Gabriele, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for immortalize 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1566, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of immortalize was circa 1566

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“Immortalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immortalize. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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immortalize

verb
im·​mor·​tal·​ize im-ˈȯrt-ᵊl-ˌīz How to pronounce immortalize (audio)
immortalized; immortalizing
: to make immortal
the battle was immortalized in a famous poem
immortalization
-ˌȯrt-ᵊl-ə-ˈzā-shən
noun

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