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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Edwards is now immortalized in the sport’s Hall of Fame in Uptown Charlotte. Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 8 Feb. 2025 Most recently, Cruz was immortalized on the U.S. Mint’s 2024 American Women Quarters, becoming the first Afro-Latina featured in the series, which celebrates trailblazing women who have shaped the nation’s history and inspired future generations. Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2025 The Lisa Lisa Story premieres February 1, pop star and Latin-freestyle legend Lisa Lisa (born Lisa Velez) will join the likes of Whitney Houston, Mahalia Jackson, Aaliyah, and Salt-N-Pepa of artists who have been immortalized in Lifetime movies. Rich Juzwiak, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2025 And now the Jalen Hurts-Saquon Barkley backfield has been immortalized in the league record books. Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 27 Jan. 2025 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 27 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

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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