arabicize

/əˈræbɪkaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become Arabic in language or character

“The professor suggested that the students arabicize the text to better understand its cultural context.”

2. noun

the process of making or becoming Arabic in language or character

“Arabicization of the city’s architecture was a key aspect of its cultural revitalization.”

Synonyms

  • islamize
  • orientalize

Antonyms

  • deorientalize
  • westernize