absolutize

/æbsəˈlutaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to attribute absolute and unconditioned value to something; to make something absolute or unconditional

“The politician’s promise to absolutize healthcare for all citizens drew both praise and criticism.”

2. verb

to interpret or represent something as absolute or unconditional

“The artist’s new installation was accused of absolutizing the meaning of war.”

3. noun

the act of attributing absolute value or making something unconditional

“The absolutization of power in the new regime led to a wave of protests.”

Synonyms

  • declare absolute
  • make absolute
  • render unconditional

Antonyms

  • conditionalize
  • relativize