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adonizing

|a-don-iz-ing|

/əˈdɒn.aɪ.zɪŋ/

(adonize)

beautify oneself

Base Form	Present	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Noun
adonize	adonizes	adonizes	adonized	adonized	adonizing	adonization

Etymology

Etymology Information

'adonize' originates from the name 'Adonis', a figure in Greek mythology known for his beauty.

Historical Evolution

'adonize' was derived from the name 'Adonis' and adapted into English to describe the act of beautifying.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make beautiful like Adonis', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to beautify or adorn in a manner reminiscent of Adonis.

She spent hours adonizing herself for the gala.

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Last updated: 2025/05/11 23:51