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solemnization

sol·em·nize
S s

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [sol-uh m-nahyz]
    • /ˈsɒl əmˌnaɪz/
    • /ˈsɒl.əm.naɪz/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [sol-uh m-nahyz]
    • /ˈsɒl əmˌnaɪz/

Definitions of solemnization word

  • verb with object solemnization to perform the ceremony of (marriage). 1
  • verb with object solemnization to hold or perform (ceremonies, rites, etc.) in due manner. 1
  • verb with object solemnization to observe or commemorate with rites or ceremonies: to solemnize an occasion with prayer. 1
  • verb with object solemnization to go through with ceremony or formality. 1
  • verb with object solemnization to render solemn, serious, or grave; dignify. 1
  • verb without object solemnization to become solemn; conduct oneself with solemnity. 1
See all 6 definitions of solemnization

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Origin of solemnization

First appearance:

before 1350
One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English solempnise < Medieval Latin sōlemnizāre, equivalent to Latin sōlemnis solemn + -izāre -ize

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Parts of speech for Solemnization

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Solemnization

solemnization popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 61% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

solemnization usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for solemnization

noun solemnization

  • celebration — A celebration is a special enjoyable event that people organize because something pleasant has happened or because it is someone's birthday or anniversary.
  • memorialization — to commemorate.
  • formalisation — Alternative spelling of formalization.
  • formalization — to make formal, especially for the sake of official or authorized acceptance: to formalize an understanding by drawing up a legal contract.
  • honoring — honesty, fairness, or integrity in one's beliefs and actions: a man of honor.
All 9 Synonyms of solemnization

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