memorize

verb

mem·​o·​rize ˈme-mə-ˌrīz How to pronounce memorize (audio)
memorized; memorizing

transitive verb

: to commit to memory : learn by heart
memorizable adjective
memorizer noun

Examples of memorize in a Sentence

an actress memorizing her lines everyone has to memorize a poem for next week's class
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To move the plot forward, the (human) player, first asked to read the libretto and memorize it, has to fill in the gaps of the lyrics as Celes/Maria gets onstage using a multiple-choice interface. Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Jan. 2025 Many memorize portions of Abraham Lincoln's first or second inaugural addresses, delivered from a stage built on the steps of the U.S. Capitol's East Front steps. Ron Elving, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025 Acknowledging James’ versatility, Minter encouraged the safety to not just memorize his position in a play but also to interpret concepts while understanding his position could vary within the same call. Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025 Immediately, Pam dialed the Norwegian emergency line, which the group had memorized. Bridget Read, Curbed, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for memorize 

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of memorize was in 1834

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“Memorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memorize. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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memorize

verb
mem·​o·​rize ˈmem-ə-ˌrīz How to pronounce memorize (audio)
memorized; memorizing
: to learn by heart
memorization noun

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